Why was Steve Smith ruled out of the Third Test in Adelaide?

Steve Smith was ruled out due to concussion issues, affecting his balance and dizziness.

Who replaced Steve Smith in the Australian team for the Third Test?

Usman Khawaja replaced Steve Smith in the Australian lineup for the Third Test.

What honour did Nathan Lyon receive at the Adelaide Oval?

Nathan Lyon was honoured with a citation on the Adelaide Oval's Avenue of Honour.

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Australia's Smith Out, England's Hope Rises

18 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Steve Smith ruled out due to concussion, replaced by Usman Khawaja.
Nathan Lyon honored with a spot on Adelaide Oval's Avenue of Honour.
Marnus Labuschagne played the series' worst shot, a tame chip after lunch.

Australia's Smith Out, England's Hope Rises

Australia's Steve Smith was ruled out of the Third Test in Adelaide due to concussion, with Usman Khawaja stepping in to score 82. Khawaja's innings, despite an early dropped catch by Harry Brook, offered a glimmer of hope for the Australian team.

The match also saw tributes, including a moving performance for the Bondi Beach victims. Spinner Nathan Lyon was honoured before play, added to the Adelaide Oval's Avenue of Honour for his contributions to the sport.

However, the day was marked by uncharacteristic batting errors from Australia, with Cameron Green dismissed for a second-ball duck and Marnus Labuschagne playing what was described as the worst shot of the series. This performance contrasted with England's own struggles with dropped catches in earlier matches.

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