Aaron Finch praises Steve Smith as cricket's best player
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Aaron Finch has described Steve Smith as the best player he has shared a dressing room with, highlighting Smith's remarkable evolution from a bowler to an elite batter. Finch emphasized Smith's unique batting style and mental resilience. He attributed Smith's success to hard work and instinctual play, after the batter stepped away from captaincy, which allowed him to refocus on his game. Finch's comments came during an interview on Cricinfo's show and reflect on Smith's remarkable adaptability and dedication during his career.
- •Finch calls Smith the best player he's ever played with
- •Smith transformed from a leg-spinner to a top batter
- •Finch credits Smith's mental strength and adaptability
- •Stepping down from captaincy helped Smith refocus
- •Comments shared during an interview on Cricinfo's show
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — 'Best player I’ve ever played with': Aaron Finch reveals what sets Steve Smith apart from David Warner and other batters
"Aaron Finch has praised Steve Smith as the finest player he's had the privilege to share a dressing room with. Smith's evolution from a bowler to a top batter illustrates his incredible skill and unwavering commitment. Finch notes that Smith's distinctive batting style distinguishes him from others. After stepping down from leadership, Smith's concentration seemingly intensified, showcasing his impressive adaptability and psychological resilience throughout his career.
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