Steve Smith Uncertain About Playing in 2027 Ashes Series

Steve Smith's Future in Ashes Series

Steve Smith is unsure if he will participate in the 2027 Ashes series in England, as he will be 38 years old by then. He expressed that the seasoned Australian team is eager to compete in this series. The Baggy Greens secured a convincing five-wicket victory against England, led by Ben Stokes, in the fifth and final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, clinching the Ashes series 4-1.

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Mitchell Starc, who took the most wickets in the series, was named Player of the Series, while opener Travis Head earned Player of the Match for his impressive 163 runs in the first innings. The host team triumphed in Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide, while the Three Lions made a memorable comeback with a win in Melbourne. Notably, Smith stepped in as acting captain in the absence of regular captain Pat Cummins, who only played in the Adelaide match. Smith missed the third Test in Adelaide due to illness.

In the Ashes series, Smith ranked as the fourth-highest run-scorer. The veteran batsman accumulated 286 runs at an impressive average of 57.20 across eight innings in four matches, including one half-century and two centuries. When asked about the enthusiasm of his teammates for winning in England in 2027, the acting captain replied that it is an achievement he would love to accomplish, but he is uncertain if he will still be playing by then.

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Speaking to Fox Cricket, as reported by ESPNcricinfo, Smith stated that he is confident everyone is excited about the prospect of winning the Ashes. He noted that it is an achievement he has never accomplished in his career, and he wishes to achieve it, regardless of whether he is still playing at that time. Over the past four to five years, our team has performed exceptionally well, and he hopes they will continue to improve. Smith also praised Alex Carey for his outstanding performance throughout the series, highlighting how Carey's crucial role assisted Scott Boland and Michael Neser in supporting Mitchell Starc.