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Australia, Steve Smith and T20 World Cup

T20 World Cup 2026: Steve Smith approved as replacement for Josh Hazlewood in Australia squad

The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Monday approved Steve Smith as a replacement for Josh Hazlewood in Australia’s squad. Smith takes Hazlewood’s spot after the pacer was ruled out earlier this month while recovering from an Achilles injury. Australia had not immediately named a replacement at the time.

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Australia Add Steve Smith As Replacement For Josh Hazlewood In T20 World Cup Squad

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T20 World Cup: Steve Smith returns to Australian squad ahead of must-win clash with Sri Lanka

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India's cricketers thump Pakistan in grudge match to sail into Super Eight

Defending champions India steamrollered Pakistan by 61 runs in a grudge Group A match at the Twenty20 World Cup to swagger into the Super Eight stage of the tournament on Sunday.

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Pakistan captain Agha says it is up to India to decide whether to shake hands before World Cup clash

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India thrash Pakistan in grudge match ICC cannot afford to do without

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Smith added to Australia squad before crucial match

Batter Steve Smith is added to Australia's T20 World Cup squad in time for Monday's crucial match against Sri Lanka in Kandy.

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Steve Smith replaces Josh Hazlewood in Australia squad ahead of Sri Lanka clash

Steve Smith has been named as a replacement for injured Josh Hazlewood in the Australia squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. His inclusion aims to strengthen Australia's batting as they prepare to face Sri Lanka in a crucial match.

Mid-Day

T20 World Cup 2026: Australia consider Steve Smith for crucial Sri Lanka game after Zimbabwe shock

They now need victories in their remaining group matches against Oman and Sri Lanka to progress to the Super Eights without relying on other results.

International Cricket Council

Australia make call on Hazlewood replacement at T20 World Cup

Australia have finally made a call on Josh Hazlewood's replacement at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup with news that veteran batter Steve Smith has been parachuted into their 15-player squad with immediate effect.