India vs Australia: Steve Smith passes his verdict on Nagpur pitch before IND vs AUS Test

With just two days left for start of Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Steve Smith has seemingly taken a good look at Nagpur pitch and has stated what he thinks of turf. Smith, who would be leing batting contingent of Australia in upcoming tour, has estimated that pitch of first test would be slow pitch. series will commence from February 9 and first test will be played in Nagpur at VCA stium.

India vs Australia: 1st Test pitch report by Steve Smith

During a press conference before start of much-anticipated game, Steve Smith said, “Pitch is very high, at least one end, spinning in for our left-handers. I think it will be a bit skiddy, slow but not entirely sure.” Often perceived as a good reer of pitch Smith is touted as a wonderful player of Spin and has so far scored at an average of 60 in 6 test matches he has played.  

Before start of series, Smith expressed his views on what Border-Gavaskar trophy means for Australia. "It's a difficult place to win... a test match let alone a test series. So you know if we're able to topple that mountain that would be huge. I think if we can win India that would be bigger than an Ashes series." Steve Smith said.

Steve Smith Test Record

Steve Smith, who me his Test debut in year 2010, started out as a Leg-Spinner. However, his role in game changed drastically as he is now known as Test GOAT. With a batting average of 60.89, Right-Handed unorthodox batsman has amassed a total of 8747 runs in 92 matches. In process, he has scored 30 centuries and 37 fifties. 

It is almost certain that Smith will continue this ever long in Border-Gavaskar Trophy and would be biggest barrier between India reclaiming coveted cup. odds seem to be in India's favor as previous three series of sort have been won by India and with this one set to place in Sub Continent, it would be a monumental task for Australian Team to imply pressure on India.