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In a display of classic resilience and skill, Steve Smiththe accomplished Australian cricketer, scored his 33rd Test century, ending a 25-innings drought without a ton. The success was achieved during the third test match Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 against India at the iconic Gabba in Brisbane.
Smith, who has been under scrutiny for his form in 2024, showed his signature patience and technique, reaching his century after 185 balls. This knock not only marked his return to form but also elevated him to the elite club alongside Joe Root with 10 Test centuries against India. His innings was a mix of gritty determination and skillful strokeplay, leading Australia to a commanding position on the scoreboard.
The second day started with India picking two early wickets on an overcast morning. However, Smith and Travis Headwho scored a great century himself, put up a great partnership, turning the match around. Smith’s century was particularly notable given the challenging conditions and the quality of the Indian bowling attack he led Jasprit Bumrah.
The century is a significant milestone in Smith’s career, putting him just behind several stars for most Test centuries by an Australian. It comes after a spell in which Smith averaged just 23.20 in 2024 and endured his longest run without a hundred.
Namely, the Gabba has always been a stronghold for Australian cricket, but this innings by Smith added another layer to its storied history. The crowd at the Gabba gave Smith a standing ovation, recognizing not only the milestone but the effort it took to achieve it amid his recent batting struggles.
Amazing moment for Steve Smith as he brings up his 33rd Test hundred! #AUSWIND pic.twitter.com/qv5LBYktZb
โ cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 15, 2024
Um, hi Steve Smith, welcome back #AUSWIND
โ Chloe-Amanda Bailey (@ChloeAmandaB) December 15, 2024
Steve Smith does what he does best ๐ซ#WTC25 | #AUSWIND ๐: https://t.co/WA6ogWzLA3 pic.twitter.com/41UUOervYg
โ ICC (@ICC) December 15, 2024
Excellent ๐ฏ @travishead34 @stevesmith49 @abcsport change the game again. I loved watching both legends in the game. @HelixPlayers ๐๐๐
โ Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) December 15, 2024
THE GREATEST PROB DOUGH OF THE MODERN AGE โ STEVE SMITH ๐ฅถ pic.twitter.com/MuMCtQ0R4s
โ Ivanovi. (@CricCrazyJohns) December 15, 2024
Nothing like watching a world class batsman get credit for all the hard work he has put in and it was a privilege to watch for hours and weeks @stevesmith49 to return to the peak of his powers and make a calculated prediction upon his return. What a knock #AusvInd https://t.co/4h9VBr1PoG pic.twitter.com/2MaOz5dEpZ
โ Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) December 15, 2024
Most centuries against India
15 โ Steve Smith*
14 โ Ricky Ponting
13 โ Joe Root
11 โ Viv Richards
11 โ K SangakkaraThe GOAT is back.. pic.twitter.com/tA9hh0X3DV
– Rafi (@rafi4999) December 15, 2024
Best Test batsman of this generation: Sir Steve Smith ๐ pic.twitter.com/5YSyyLeNMl
โ ๐๐ก๐ซ โ ๐ฒ๐ธ๐ฌ๐๐๐๐ขโ๐งโข (@Itzshreyas07) December 15, 2024
Steve Smith’s comeback is coming to an end ๐#SteveSmith #AUSWIND #Gabba #cricket #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/oQyFf1zWKV
โ CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) December 15, 2024
Steve Smith in the fab 4 race. #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/ODgwsW0mmh
โ Sagar (@sagarcasm) December 15, 2024
Steve Smith wears it today. Outsiders having a long run through the first 100 balls of his innings! #AUSWIND pic.twitter.com/POfccLaikN
โ Brad Hogg (@Brad_Hogg) December 15, 2024
Steve Smith, always brilliant #INDvAUS
pic.twitter.com/E6TW85E8hPโ Bihar (@bihar) December 15, 2024
He’s back… My boy @stevesmith49 ๐๐ฅ pic.twitter.com/krQUP4xmaC
โ T @ Ru n ! (@mass_boy1) December 15, 2024
What a blow โ
The modern master of Test cricket.๐
Classic century ๐ฏ.
all the best @stevesmith49 ๐๐๐ป pic.twitter.com/tzWwRjzPxYโ Gaurav Srivastava๐ฎ๐ณ (@ImSaheb11) December 15, 2024