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News1815-02-2026, 12:15

Australia Considers Smith for Crucial Sri Lanka Clash After Zimbabwe Defeat

  • Injury-hit Australia may include Steve Smith to strengthen batting against Sri Lanka in a crucial T20 World Cup Group B match.
  • Australia needs wins against Oman and Sri Lanka to progress to Super Eights after a shock 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe.
  • Smith, currently a cover for Mitchell Marsh, could be officially added to the squad, filling a spare spot after Josh Hazlewood's injury.
  • Smith's strong record against spin and recent form could bolster Australia's batting, while Marcus Stoinis is fit after a hand injury.
  • Sri Lanka, co-hosts, lead the group but will miss star spinner Wanindu Hasaranga due to a hamstring injury.

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