Smith 100 has sent a strong message

Steve Smith 100 has sent a strong message to selectors and T20 franchises, showcasing his continued prowess in the shortest format with a spectacular performance in the Sixers' victory over Perth at the SCG

Story by Tarique Javed

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Smith delivered one of the most memorable innings in BBL history, smashing an unbeaten 121 from 64 balls. This remarkable knock, his third BBL century, places him alongside Ben McDermott at the top of the century tally.

Acting as the stand-in         Test captain

Shortest format with a spectacular performance

Smashing an unbeaten 121 from 64 balls. This remarkable knock, his third BBL century, places him alongside Ben McDermott at the top of the century tally. Smith 100 has sent a strong message achieved this milestone in just his 32nd game.

Steve Smith played a pivotal role in the Sixers

Imposing total of 3/220. Initially, it appeared the Scorchers might limit the Sixers to around 140, but Smith 100 has sent a strong message to selectors along with captain Moises Henriques (46 off 28), turned the tide with a 113-run partnership for the third wicket.

Smith who did the bulk of the damage

One of his best-ever innings on a pitch that initially appeared challenging for batting until the runs began to flow. Smith showcased his class, sending the ball to all corners of the ground and taking full advantage of the 54-meter boundary near the Bill O’Reilly Stand with a mix of switch hits and orthodox strokes.

Connolly dropped a crucial catch

He had earlier praised young Cooper Connolly, who was recently selected for the Test squad heading to Sri Lanka, but Connolly dropped a crucial catch when Smith was on 31 — a mistake that turned out to be costly.

Third BBL century in just 58 balls. Smith Smashes  notout 121* (64 Balls)

Perth appeared to be out of contention until Ashton Turner reignited their hopes, leaving 23 runs needed in the final over. However, they ultimately fell 14 runs short, with Turner finishing unbeaten on a brilliant 66 off 32 balls.

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