“At 26, he is a fine young man with extraordinary talent, excellent leadership qualities and a terrific temperament.”

— Steve Smith (cricketer)

Former Australian cricketer Rod Marsh on Steven Smith. https://www.thenational.ae/sport/in-steve-smith-australia-tab-right-man-for-the-job-to-captain-test-side-1.71238?videoId=5719243807001 <br class="br">About

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