Australia await Smith assessment after helmet blow
His availability for the final day in Durban remains uncertain.
Beyond the Score · AI-assisted factual brief Added 13 October 2026 · Source published 12 October 2026
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Steve Smith was struck on the helmet by an Anrich Nortje delivery during Australia’s second innings on 12 October. He did not field later that day while medical staff monitored him. The ICC report said his availability for the final day remained unconfirmed.
