History made at SCG as Steve Smith claimed 37th Test ton, propelling Australia to formidable 518/7 against India at stumps on Day 3. The icon’s brilliance illuminated Sydney Test under bright summer lights.
Smith’s conversion from overnight forty-plus unfolded like textbook lesson. Lofted covers and deft glances exploited fielding lapses, racing to century in style.
Australian innings built patiently through morning session, accelerated dramatically post-Smith arrival. Key stands drained Indian morale, establishing batting superiority.
Bowlers like Siraj generated movement, troubling batsmen intermittently. Smith’s tactical acumen – farming strike, defensive leaves – outfoxed attack consistently.
Now with substantial buffer, Australia plots declaration strategy for Day 4 push. Smith’s SCG affinity legendary, averaging stratospheric figures across home Tests.
Global cricket fraternity salutes the 34-year-old’s technical mastery amid evolving formats. This knock reaffirms Smith’s position among Test cricket’s all-time elite run-makers.