steve smith suffered a very serious injury on the third day of the World Test championship final. Due to this, he was immediately taken to the hospital, meanwhile there was news that Smith may not need surgery. Now steve smith himself has given a big update on his injury. He has shared a picture from the hospital on social media, in which he wrote that this week has not been good for him at all.
Australian team assistant coach Daniel Vettori gave an update and said that nothing can be said yet on how long and how quickly Steve Smith's injury will be cured. It was being speculated that Smith was going to play some matches in the Major League cricket (MLC 2025) before the west indies tour. At the same time, Australian legend Matthew Hayden said while commentating that Smith may take at least 8 weeks to recover from such an injury.
How did Smith get injured?
steve smith was fielding at the first slip position on the third day of the World Test championship final match. Smith was standing closer to the batsman than where the first-slip fielder normally stands. The ball hit Temba Bavuma's bat and went to the first slip, but he missed the catch. During this, Smith suffered a serious injury to the finger of his hand. Smith was seen groaning in pain, after which he left the field.
When will Smith be able to return?
According to ICC, steve smith gave an update on his injury and said, "My hand will now be bandaged for about 8 weeks and I can probably start playing again after 2 weeks. Playing again will depend on whether my finger is able to work properly or not.".jpg)
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