SportsPosted at: Jan 19 2026 2:56PM


Stronger Smith realistic on Cup call up, all-in on Olympic dream

Sydney, Jan 19 (UNI) Steve Smith believes the "ship has sailed" on his potential involvement in next month's T20 World Cup but has restated his ambition to feature for Australia at the 2028 Olympic Games.
Smith has blasted 173 runs at a strike-rate of 176.53 in three Big Bash matches these past eight days but despite having stated his long-term ambition to continue with the national side, hasn't turned out in a T20I in almost 12 months.
The 36-year-old was omitted from Australia's World Cup preliminary squad but his stunning form has led to suggestions he could be a more-than-useful inclusion in the group, particularly on the subcontinent, where his excellence against spin is another factor in his favour.
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