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Smith Clears Hurdle in Push for Grenada Test Return

Steve Smith, recovering from a dislocated right little finger sustained in the World Test Championship final, prepared to return for Australia's second Test starting July 3 in Grenada after missing the opening game in Barbados.
Smith injured his finger while attempting a difficult catch off Temba Bavuma at first slip, leading to it being cleaned, stitched, and placed in a splint before he resumed training using tennis and soft balls in New York.
Smith reported no pain and manageable limited movement with his finger while adapting to a smaller splint, and described hitting balls as normal training that felt completely fine.
Australia’s captain Andrew McDonald and teammates expressed confidence in Smith’s fitness and role at number four, while West Indies captain Sammy said Smith poses a different challenge that requires planning.
Smith’s return is expected to strengthen Australia’s batting lineup for the second Test, potentially displacing Josh Inglis, as the Australian squad readied itself on an even Grenada pitch after winning the opening match by 159 runs.

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