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Steven Smith visits specialist for neck issue, eyes Sheffield Shield return

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 3:54 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Steven Smith visits specialist for neck issue, eyes Sheffield Shield return
Summary

Steven Smith has consulted with a specialist in New York regarding a neck problem that previously sidelined him from the final Test in South Africa. The visit aims to assess his condition and determine his potential for a comeback. This examination follows ongoing concerns about his health and fitness for future matches. A return to compete in the Sheffield Shield is anticipated, though no definitive timeline has been provided.

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  • •Steven Smith has a neck issue that ruled him out of a Test match.
  • •He visited a specialist in New York for evaluation.
  • •Smith aims to return to the Sheffield Shield.
  • •No specific timeline for his return has been announced.
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  • 3:54 AMESPNcricinfo — Smith sees specialist in New York, in line for Sheffield Shield return
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Steven Smith has had further investigation of the neck problem which ruled him out of the final Test in South Africa

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