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Australia Reveal Fielding Plan for Returning Smith
- Steve Smith will return to Australia's Test line-up for the second match against the West Indies in Grenada after recovering from a finger injury sustained last month in the World Test Championship final.
- Smith's injury involved a dislocation of his right little finger which required a splint but no surgery, and his recovery allowed him to resume batting and fielding with some movement restrictions.
- Australia dropped Josh Inglis from the playing XI after his low scores in the first Test, with Smith taking his place in a straight swap and adjusting to fielding away from his usual slip position.
- Alex Carey highlighted that reinstating Smith, who has amassed 10,000 runs, adds valuable experience to the team, while West Indies coach Daren Sammy acknowledged Smith as a formidable opponent and criticized his team for dropping seven catches against the top-ranked side, which hindered their chances.
- Steve Smith's return strengthens Australia's bid to clinch the three-match series as the second Test starts Thursday at Grenada's National Cricket Stadium, with Australia currently leading 1-0 following a 159-run victory in the opening match.
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Australia choose to bat first in Grenada against a West Indies four-pace attack
ST. GEORGE'S, Grenada (AP) — Australia won the toss and chose to bat first against the West Indies in the second test on Thursday.
WI vs AUS, 2nd Test: Steve Smith back in XI, set to lose spot in slip cordon
Steve Smith is named in Australia's playing XI for the second Test against West Indies after a swift recovery from a dislocated finger. His return brings experience and strategic strength as Australia aims to secure the series.
Australia reveal fielding plan for returning Smith
Australia are set to be reinforced by Steve Smith's return to their top order but may miss his reassuring presence in the slip cordon in the second test against West Indies in Grenada this week. Smith missed Australia's victory in the series opener in Bridgetown with a dislocated finger in his right hand, an injury suffered during the World Test Championship final against South Africa last month. The 36-year-old has reunited with the squad at th…
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