Steven Smith assessed for concussion after helmet blow
Steven Smith assessed for concussion; Australia lead South Africa by 106 runs.
Steven Smith was assessed for concussion after being struck on the helmet during Australia's Test match against South Africa. As of Monday afternoon, he had not been diagnosed with concussion.
Australia's bowlers, led by Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, helped the team establish a 106-run lead on the third day. Matthew Renshaw's 190 gave Australia options in the middle order while Josh Hazlewood struck important blows with the new ball.
South Africa trail by 141 runs with two days remaining in the match. Inglis is expected to rejoin the squad after recovering from a finger injury.
CricHubb Take
Smith's assessment for concussion adds another variable to Australia's already thin middle order, where Renshaw's versatility is being counted on to cover multiple positions if needed.