Overview

• Steve Smith suffered a compound dislocation of his right little finger while attempting a slip catch on Day 3.
• The veteran batter was taken to hospital for x-rays and is ruled out of the remainder of the World Test Championship final.
• South Africa will begin Day 4 needing 69 runs with eight wickets in hand to clinch the one-off Test.
• Medical staff estimate a 12-week recovery period, likely ruling Smith out for the upcoming Ashes series.
• England captain Ben Stokes is expected to monitor Smith’s rehabilitation ahead of the winter tour.