Steve Smith | Image: AP Photo Australian batting stalwart Steve Smith revealed that the last three years have been the most challenging period of his illustrious career. The change in the Kookaburra ball in 2020, which added extra lacquer on a reinforced seam, proved to be a significant hurdle for Smith. The modified ball, with … Read more
Steve Smith celebrates his century against India at The Gabba in Brisbane. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: According to Australian ace batsman Steve Smith, Kookaburra changed their ball in 2020 by adding more lacquer on a stronger seam, making the last three years the most difficult of his storied career. A strengthened seam … Read more
Rohit Sharma reacts during the presentation ceremony of the second cricket test match between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval | Image: AP Photo He is being encouraged to return to opening by the talking heads of Indian cricket but Rohit Sharma may just avoid being swayed by the proverbial outside noise and stick … Read more