Cricket-Spin could be major factor in WTC final, says Australia's Smith


  • Cricket
  • Monday, 09 Jun 2025

Cricket - World Test Championship Final - Australia Press Conference - Lord's Cricket Ground, London, Britain - June 9, 2025 Australia's Steve Smith during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

LONDON (Reuters) - Australia batter Steve Smith expects spin to play a significant role in this week’s World Test Championship final at Lord’s as London basks in dry weather ahead of Wednesday’s start.

Australia defend their title against a South African side making a first appearance in the final on what could be dryer than usual pitch at Lord’s and where the seam attacks are expected to dominate.

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