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Steve Smith's Neck Injury Forces Extended Layoff, Cricket Australia Reveals Return Timeline
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What Happened?
Steve Smith will miss selection until December due to a cervical facet joint injury in his neck, confirmed by Cricket Australia. He withdrew from the third Test against South Africa.
Key points
- Smith experienced neck pain during the second Test against South Africa.
- MRI scans confirmed a cervical facet joint injury.
- He is expected to return for the home Test series against New Zealand in December.
- Josh Inglis scored an unbeaten 85 in Smith's absence.
- Australia leads South Africa by one run at the close of play.
Key insights
- Smith's injury highlights the physical toll of professional cricket.
- Inglis's performance may secure his position in the team moving forward.
- Australia's depth in batting is tested with Smith's absence.
Why it matters
Smith's absence could impact Australia's performance in the upcoming Test series.
Entities
Steve Smith· PersonCricket Australia· OrganizationSouth Africa· CountryNew Zealand· CountryJosh Inglis· Person
Source
Times of India
