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Australia's Smith off field after being struck on helmet

Smith left the field under concussion concern after a 150.1 km/h Anrich Nortje delivery struck his helmet, and Australia gave no update.

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Smith ducked into a bouncer from fast bowler Anrich Nortje and received a lengthy on-field assessment before continuing to bat. He took his score from two to 27 before being caught on the boundary off off-spinner Simon Harmer. Australia hurried to 314 for six in 58 overs before declaring, setting South Africa 421 to win. An Australian team spokesman said Smith was "undergoing further assessment" and an update would be provided either later on Mo…

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Aussie game-changer Smith under concussion cloud

Australian star Steve Smith is under a concussion cloud after not returning to the field in the first Test against South Africa.

·Osborne Park, Australia
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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in North Sydney, Australia on Monday, October 12, 2026.
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