Steve Smith’s Memorable Innings Ends in a Strange Fashion at the MCG
On December 27, 2024, Steve Smith once again proved his stature in international cricket by playing a majestic knock in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Smith, who has consistently been one of the finest batters in the modern era, reached an extraordinary milestone by scoring his 11th century against India. This performance not only made him the most successful century-maker against India in Test cricket but also added to his already impressive tally of 34 centuries in total. With his score of 140 runs off 197 balls, Smith elevated himself to joint seventh place in the list of all-time Test century-makers, joining cricketing legends like Brian Lara, Younis Khan, and Mahela Jayawardene.
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However, Smith’s remarkable innings came to an unexpected and somewhat bizarre conclusion. In the post-lunch session, he faced the first ball of the 115th over from India's Akash Deep. In an audacious attempt to charge down the wicket, Smith attempted an ambitious shot but ended up dragging an inside edge onto his back leg. The ball ricocheted off his leg and hit the stumps, dislodging the bails in a rather unorthodox manner. This bizarre dismissal left Smith momentarily stunned, but he was greeted with a standing ovation from the MCG crowd for his splendid knock.
It was a fitting end to a performance that showcased Smith’s brilliance as a batter, and despite the strange nature of his dismissal, he walked off with a smile, acknowledging the applause from the spectators. The timing of his dismissal was significant, as Australia was already eight wickets down, and Smith had been running out of partners in the middle. His daring attempt to play a big shot underlined his intent and fearlessness, characteristic of his style of play.
Smith’s remarkable innings not only added another chapter to his illustrious career but also underscored his dominance at the MCG, a venue where he has enjoyed considerable success. In 113 Tests, Smith has now accumulated over 9,900 runs at an average of 56.85, with 34 centuries and 41 half-centuries. His consistency and ability to score big runs in crucial moments have solidified his place as one of the modern greats in world cricket. Even though his innings ended in a strange fashion, it was another reminder of Steve Smith’s undeniable class and his ability to dominate the game.
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