Smith expected to be fit for New Zealand match despite joint injury
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Steve Smith is anticipated to be available for the upcoming match against New Zealand despite suffering a joint injury. The injury has affected him since the second Test, and he indicated a struggle to compete before the start of play at Newlands. The status of his fitness remains under observation as preparations continue for the match later this week.
- •Smith has been hindered by a joint injury since the second Test.
- •He expressed doubts about his ability to play before the match at Newlands.
- •A decision on his fitness will be made ahead of the New Zealand match.
- 6:15 PMESPNcricinfo — Scans show joint injury for Smith, expected to be fit to face NZ
"He had been hampered since the second Test and shortly before play started at Newlands decided he wouldn't be able to get through the match
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