It was a triumphant moment for Australian batting maestro Steve Smith on the second day of the Ashes 2nd Test at Lord’s. After facing rare failures in the previous match at Edgbaston, Smith made a remarkable comeback by notching up his 32nd Test hundred.
James Anderson delivered a good-length ball well wide of the off stump. Undeterred by the delivery’s line, Smith exhibited his exceptional skills by leaning across and smoothly caressing the ball wide of cover. The timing and precision were impeccable as the ball raced to the boundary.
Smith’s century was met with sheer delight from the crowd at Lord’s, who erupted into loud cheers and applause. Removing his helmet, Smith beamed with a big smile, acknowledging the appreciation from all corners of the iconic venue.
Considered by many as one of the finest batsmen in the world, Smith’s return to form after a rare double failure in the previous Test is a testament to his resilience and class.
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