Steve Smith Signs with Washington Freedom for Second Major League Cricket Season

Australian cricketer Steve Smith will reunite with coach Ricky Ponting at Washington Freedom, enhancing the team's prospects for the upcoming MLC season.

Steve Smith joins Washington Freedom for the second season of Major League Cricket, set to start on July 4.
Smith's arrival follows his stint at the Sydney Sixers and after going unsold at the IPL auction last December.
The Washington Freedom, which finished third last season, aims to bolster its performance with Smith's experience.
Smith will be coached by former teammate Ricky Ponting, underlining a significant reunion in the league.
The MLC season will commence shortly after the conclusion of the T20 World Cup, adding to the excitement surrounding the league's return.