Steve Smith
The master technician. Steve Smith is statistically the greatest Test batter since Sir Donald Bradman, a unique genius whose unorthodox methods and relentless run-scoring have defined an era of Australian dominance.
The Batting Genius
Unparalleled numbers from Australia's modern-day icon.
At his peak, Smith maintained an average over 60, the highest since Bradman.
A master of the big occasion, with many of his hundreds coming against England.
The second-highest batting rating in the history of the ICC rankings.
2019: The Ashes Redemption
Steve Smith's return to Test cricket during the 2019 Ashes in England was arguably the greatest individual batting performance in modern history. After a year away from the game, he scored **774 runs in just 4 Test matches**, averaging 110.57. His twin centuries at Edgbaston and his double-hundred at Old Trafford were displays of psychological and technical mastery that secured Australia the urn.
The Smith Technique
Steve Smith's batting is unlike any other in history. His large "shuffle" across the stumps and his eccentric "light-saber" leaves are part of a highly disciplined method designed to eliminate the possibility of being bowled or LBW. While unorthodox, his hand-eye coordination and ability to manipulate the strike make him nearly impossible to bowl to when he is set.
Beyond the runs, Smith is a member of the elite **'Fab Four'** of modern batting. His rivalry with Joe Root and Virat Kohli has driven him to constant innovation, eventually seeing him transition into an opening batter role late in his career to further test his legendary skills.
The ICC Player of the Decade
In 2020, Smith was named the **ICC Men's Test Player of the Decade**, recognizing his sustained period of absolute dominance between 2011 and 2020, a decade in which he transformed from a young leg-spinner into the world's most feared batter.
Career Stats by Format
| Format | Matches | Runs | Average | 100s / 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 109 | 9,685 | 56.97 | 32 / 41 |
| ODI | 155 | 5,356 | 43.54 | 12 / 32 |
| T20I | 67 | 1,094 | 24.86 | 0 / 5 |
Watch Steve Smith in the UK
Smith is a major draw for UK broadcasters whenever he tours:
- The Ashes: The central target for England's bowlers, live on Sky Sports or TNT Sports.
- Australia Tours: All major Australian international fixtures are broadcast in the UK via TNT Sports.
- County Cricket: Has previously represented Sussex in short-term stints, broadcast on club streams.
Follow his every run via our Cricket TV Schedule.