Vertigo sidelines Steve Smith from Third Ashes Test; Khawaja steps in

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News18•17-12-2025, 07:44
Vertigo sidelines Steve Smith from Third Ashes Test; Khawaja steps in
- •Star batter Steve Smith ruled out of the third Ashes Test against England due to persistent vertigo symptoms.
- •Cricket Australia confirmed Smith experienced nausea and dizziness, indicating a potential vestibular issue he's had intermittently.
- •Captain Pat Cummins stated Smith tried to recover but couldn't, leading to Usman Khawaja replacing him at No. 4.
- •Smith is expected to be available for the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
- •Australia, leading the series 2-0, aims to seal the Ashes with a win in the ongoing third Test.
Why It Matters: Steve Smith misses the third Ashes Test due to vertigo; expected back for Boxing Day.
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