No Steve Smith in Australia’s T20 World Cup 2024 Squad

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Original Content: No Steve Smith in Australia’s T20 World Cup 2024 Squad

Australian cricket legend Steve Smith is reportedly set to be dropped for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 squad, according to sources close to the selection committee.

The selection committee, led by George Bailey, wants a more aggressive batting approach in the shortest format. Smith, known for his classical technique and success in Test and ODI cricket, has struggled to adapt to the fast-paced nature of T20Is.

Smith has failed to churn out any significant performances in the T20s lately. He has also failed to make it to the IPL in the last few years despite putting his name in the auction consistently.

Why is Australia Overlooking Steve Smith in T20Is?

Steve Smith’s batting style, which prioritizes building an innings and playing cautiously, is seen as a disadvantage in a format that demands quick scoring from the word-go.

The selectors seem to be favoring a more attacking approach, with players who can score heavily right from the start of their innings. T20 cricket has changed a lot in the last couple of years, especially this year when a score of 200-plus becomes very common in the IPL.