Star Australian batsman Steve Smith is yet to be reappointed as Australia’s Test captain. Cricket Australia (CA), the governing body of cricket in the country, believes that ‘some brilliant young leaders’ are coming forward. Smith was removed from the captaincy role after the 2018 ball-tempering scandal in South Africa, and CA appointed Tim Paine as captain. However, there has been speculation recently that Smith may be appointed as the captain again.
When asked about the board’s view of the matter, CA chairman Earl Eddings told ESPNcricinfo, “First of all we have three brilliant captains in the form of Meg Lanning (women’s cricket captain), Aaron Finch and Tim Paine. Some brilliant young leaders are coming forward. So it’s not about Steve Smith assuming responsibility, it’s more about giving responsibility to the best. ‘
Cricket Australia chairman Earl Eddings said, “Steve Smith is young and a good captain when he was in charge.” Planning is required for any successor. Have we met specifically as a board with the next captain? No, it has not happened.
