New Delhi: Unique and strange incidents are often seen on the cricket field. Sometimes a unique performance in batting and sometimes unique moments related to bowling action or fielding. But, the incident that happened with Australian batsman Steve Smith in the fourth Test against India was memorable and rare for cricket lovers.
The manner in which Steve Smith lost his wicket was shocking for both him and the cricket fans.
Steve Smith’s Unlucky Dismissal
Steve Smith batted brilliantly and scored a century in the fourth test.
- He became the batsman to score the most centuries (11) in Test cricket against India.
- But, his brilliant innings ended in an unfortunate manner, which left everyone shocked.
First ball of 115th over:
- Indian bowler Akashdeep bowled the ball.
- Smith played the ball on the track.
- The ball hit his pads and swung inwards and slowly hit the stumps.
- There was slight contact with the stumps, causing one of the vines to fall.
A bizarre and unfortunate di
Dismissal for Steve Smith at MCG.– But he played a wonderful Knock at the Boxing Day Test Match.
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— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) December 27, 2024
Steve Smith finds it difficult to believe in himself
Smith himself could not believe the manner of his dismissal.
- From the spectators to the players present on the field, everyone was shocked to see this incident.
- This unfortunate out is very rare in cricket.
Record-breaking century: Steve Smith’s historic performance
Smith scored the 11th century of his Test career against India.
- He overtook Joe Root (10 centuries) and became the batsman with the most centuries against India.
- Along with this, he also left Kane Williamson behind in Test cricket.
- Smith equaled Sunil Gavaskar and Brian Lara by scoring his 34th century in his Test career.
A look at Steve Smith’s records:
| player name | Test century against India | total test centuries |
|---|---|---|
| steve smith | 11 | 34 |
| Joe Root | 10 | 33 |
| Sunil Gavaskar and Brian Lara | , | 34 |
