WATCH: Steve Smith arrives in Pakistan amid armed group threat to foreign cricketers ahead of PSL 2026
Steve Smith lands in Lahore under heavy security amid threats to foreign players ahead of PSL 2026.
Steve Smith lands in Lahore under heavy security amid threats to foreign players ahead of PSL 2026.
Armed anti-Pakistan groups have issued a warning to foreign players ahead of PSL 2026, claiming they could face security risks if they travel to the country.
Smith replaces pacer Josh Hazlewood, with Australia having initially held off on naming a substitute after Hazlewood was sidelined earlier this month with a calf injury.
Maxwell struggled for form in the BBL, managing just 76 runs at an average of 15.20 and picking up only two wickets for the Melbourne Stars, while also enduring a tough time in the field.
Bailey revealed that Cummins, who was rested for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Pakistan, will not feature in Australia’s first World Cup game.
Smith had captained Australia to a massive 333-run win in the first Test against India in Pune during the 2017 series. However, India fought back to win two of the next three Tests and won the series.
Meawhile, Smith's RR teammate Jos Buttler believes it is a "big shame" that the lucrative T20 tournament cannot be held at the moment due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Steve Smith talked about his unusual posture while batting during a podcast organised by Rajasthan Royals which also featured Ish Sodhi.
Meanwhile, admitting to the brilliance of Australia on home soil, Waqar said that it is not easy to win matches there.
Former skipper Michael Clarke has long been pushing for Cummins -- the current vice-captain -- to lead the national side.
