Australian batting maestro Steve Smith has etched his name in cricketing history by becoming the non-English batter with the most 50+ scores in Test matches played in England. Smith achieved this milestone during the World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2025 at Lord’s, surpassing legends Allan Border and Viv Richards.
🔴 Key Highlights:
- Smith now has 18 fifty-plus scores in England, overtaking Border and Richards, who had 17 each.
- He smashed a half-century in 76 balls, reaching the landmark with a boundary off Kagiso Rabada.
- Smith also broke the record for most Test runs at Lord’s by a non-English batter, surpassing Warren Bardsley’s tally of 575 runs.
- His dominance at Lord’s continues, as he now has 576 runs in six Tests at the iconic venue.
- Australia is aiming to retain the WTC mace, with Smith playing a crucial role in their campaign.
📢 Steve Smith’s Statement:
“Records are great, but the focus is on winning the final. Lord’s has always been special for me.”
⚠️ Strategic Impact:
- Smith’s consistency in England cements his legacy as one of the greatest Test batters.
- His performance boosts Australia’s chances in the WTC Final, as they look to defend their title.
👉 What do you think? Is Steve Smith the best overseas batter in English conditions? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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