Steve Smith Scores 33rd Test Century

Steve Smith ended an 18-month drought without a Test century, scoring his 33rd in the ongoing third Test against India at the Gabba, Brisbane. This milestone allowed him to surpass Steve Waugh and move into second place among Australia's all-time Test century-makers, trailing only Ricky Ponting. Smith's innings included a remarkable 241-run partnership with Travis Head, significantly contributing to Australia's dominance in the match. He also equaled Joe Root's record for the most Test centuries against India, reaching a total of 10. Smith's century came after a shaky start, as he took 185 balls to score 101 runs before being dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah. This performance marks a significant return to form for the veteran batter, as he looks to build on this success in the ongoing series.