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I still don't know how to get Smith out - Broad

I still don't know how to get Smith out - Broad

Summary

English cricketer Stuart Broad admits he still struggles to dismiss Australian batter Steve Smith consistently. Smith, known for his strong batting in the Ashes series, continues to pose a challenge for England. The upcoming Ashes series, starting in Perth, will test England's strategies against him.

Key Facts

  • Stuart Broad has dismissed Steve Smith 11 times in Test cricket.
  • Steve Smith averages 56.01 in Ashes matches, with 12 hundreds to his name.
  • Broad noted Smith's ability to adapt his technique, making him hard to bowl out.
  • Smith had a form dip recently but scored two centuries against Sri Lanka in 2025.
  • England has tried various tactics against Smith over 14 years, including different bowling angles.
  • The next Ashes series begins in Perth on Friday, with Jofra Archer expected to face Smith again.
  • During a previous match in 2019, Archer's fierce bowling effort led to Smith retiring hurt but not being dismissed.
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