Steve Smith uncertain about Test future but targets LA Olympics
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Steve Smith expressed uncertainty regarding his participation in the 2027 Ashes series while playing for Amsterdam Flames in the European T20 Premier League. At 37, he emphasized that his main goal is to play in the 2028 LA Olympics, where cricket will return after 128 years. Smith reflected on his illustrious Test career but remains focused on T20 cricket, aiming to maintain his competitive edge. He stated that winning an away Ashes series is on his bucket list but is not his priority.
- •Smith is unsure about playing in the 2027 Ashes series.
- •His main ambition is to compete in the 2028 LA Olympics.
- •He is currently playing T20 cricket in Europe to stay sharp.
- •Smith remains a key player with a strong Test average.
- •He emphasizes a series-by-series approach regarding his future.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — 'I don’t even know if I’ll be there': ICC Test No.2 Steve Smith uncertain over Ashes 2027 in England
- 12:37 PMYahoo Sports — 'Want to play as much T20 cricket as I can': Steve Smith unsure of playing next Ashes series but wants to compete at LA Olympics
"Steve Smith has voiced hesitation about his involvement in the 2027 Ashes series as he evaluates his Test career after each series. Although winning an Ashes series in England is a significant goal for him, his main focus is now on competing for Australia at the 2028 Olympics. To achieve this, Smith is engaging actively in T20 cricket to hone his skills.
"With the 2028 Olympics all set to feature cricket for the first time, Steve Smith wants to represent the Aussies at the event even as he remains unsure about his Test future.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 7:33 PM'I don’t even know if I’ll be there': ICC Test No.2 Steve Smith uncertain over Ashes 2027 in England
Steve Smith has voiced hesitation about his involvement in the 2027 Ashes series as he evaluates his Test career after each series. Although winning an Ashes series in England is a significant goal for him, his main focus is now on competing for Australia at the 2028 Olympics. To achieve this, Smith is engaging actively in T20 cricket to hone his skills.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 12:37 PM'Want to play as much T20 cricket as I can': Steve Smith unsure of playing next Ashes series but wants to compete at LA Olympics
With the 2028 Olympics all set to feature cricket for the first time, Steve Smith wants to represent the Aussies at the event even as he remains unsure about his Test future.
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