Steve Smith had denied the single to Babar Azam when he was batting on 47. Image: BBL
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Firstpost18-01-2026, 16:11

Steve Smith Clears Air on Babar Azam Tension After BBL Single Denial

  • Steve Smith addressed the on-field incident with Babar Azam during BBL 2025-26, stating there is no issue between them.
  • Commentator Isa Guha asked Smith if he had 'made up' with Babar after denying him a single in a previous match.
  • Smith confirmed they were chatting and had a good partnership, dismissing any tension.
  • The incident occurred during a Sydney derby where Smith denied Babar a single to retain strike during a Power Surge.
  • Smith's tactical move led to him smashing 32 runs in one over, the most expensive in BBL history, but Babar was visibly frustrated after being dismissed shortly after.

Why It Matters: Steve Smith clarified that there is no tension with Babar Azam, despite a controversial single denial in BBL.

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