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Steve Smith Cleared to Bat at No. 4 in Grenada Test

Selectors confirmed his return following pain-free training sessions, with his splinted finger to be protected by a move out of the slips.

Cricket - 2025 ICC World Test Championship Final - South Africa v Australia - Lord's Cricket Ground, London, Britain - June 11, 2025 Australia's Steve Smith in action as he hits four runs Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers/File Photo
Cricket - 2025 ICC World Test Championship Final - South Africa v Australia - Lord's Cricket Ground, London, Britain - June 11, 2025 Australia's Steve Smith celebrates after reaching his half century Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers/File Photo
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Overview

  • Australia will bring Smith back into the No. 4 spot on Thursday, omitting Josh Inglis after modest scores in the opening Test.
  • He finished the main training session on July 2 without complaint, reinforcing confidence in his finger’s recovery.
  • Smith avoided surgery on his dislocated right little finger and has been wearing a protective splint under an eight-week rehabilitation plan.
  • To minimise risk, the veteran batter will field at mid-off or fine leg instead of his usual slip position.
  • The second Test at Grenada’s National Cricket Stadium marks Australia’s first Test appearance at the venue as they defend the Frank Worrell Trophy.