Steve Smith Signs Three-Year Deal with Sydney Sixers

Steve Smith, the veteran Australian batsman, has reaffirmed his commitment to cricket, stating he has no plans to retire. He recently signed a three-year contract with the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League (BBL), which could allow him to play up to four matches during the home summer between the final Test against India and the tour of Sri Lanka. Although he was not selected for Australia's Twenty20 World Cup squad, Smith remains eager to participate in all formats of the game. Following David Warner's retirement, Smith opened the batting for Australia but struggled with a low average of 28.25 in recent series. He noted that discussions are ongoing about his batting position for the upcoming five-Test series against India, where teammates seem to prefer him batting at number four. Smith remains flexible about his role, expressing a willingness to bat wherever the team needs him.