Steve Smith of Australia has been hailed as the best batsman of the current generation by former Indian captain Virat Kohli. Smith's consistency over the past ten years in the Test format, according to Kohli, sets him apart.

Steve Smith, in my opinion, is the best Test batsman of this generation, according to Virat Kohli. His actions have demonstrated this. He has a remarkable capacity for situational adaptation. Any cricketer from this generation will do. His record is well known to everyone.

Smith averaged 60 in 85–90 Tests, which is unbelievable, continued Kohli. I haven't seen a test player in the past ten years score runs with the consistency and impact that he does. His improvisational skills and style deserve praise.

Smith demonstrated his worth.

Let us inform you that Australia is in a comfortable position after the first day of the World Test Championship final, thanks to Steve Smith. At the conclusion of the first day of the WTC final at the Oval, Australia had amassed 327 runs for the loss of three wickets in 85 overs. After scoring 95 runs, Steve Smith is unable to move from the crease.

Partnership with Travis Head

For the fourth wicket, Steve Smith and Travis Head had an unbroken 251-run partnership. Smith used 14 fours to score an unbeaten 95 in 227 balls. Travis Head scored an unbeaten 146 in 156 balls at the same time, using 22 fours and a six to do so. On the first day, the Australian innings was in a good spot and planned to make a big score. The Indian team will attempt to cover Australia as quickly as possible at the same time.

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