Steve Smith ruled out of remaining Tests against South Africa
Steve Smith was ruled unfit for the remaining Tests after scans showed limited range of motion. Australia trail by 85 runs on day four at Newlands.
Scans confirmed the injury restricted Smith's range of motion. Smith was dropped to No. 7 in Australia's second innings before withdrawing. Cricket Australia stated Smith was unfit due to the injury and limited range of motion. Smith could play Sheffield Shield matches for New South Wales next month.
Inglis scored an unbeaten 85 off 111 balls on day two. Green scored 65 in the second innings. Matt Renshaw said Inglis played positively and it was what the team needed.
South Africa lead Australia by 85 runs on day four of the Test at Newlands. Australia posted 429 in their first innings while South Africa scored 329 in their first innings.
CricHubb Take
Smith's withdrawal leaves Australia without their most experienced batter for the final two Tests. The series now hinges on whether the middle order can replace his runs on a deteriorating pitch.