Before coming into the series against India, Steve Smith last got a century against England in June 2023 and for a man who averages close to 60, this was an aberration. Now, he's got two in two Tests. But how do the greats counter such a drought? Do they test you at many levels?
"I mean, you've got to have faith," said Smith at close of play on Day 2 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. "You've got to have a bit of trust in what you're trying to do. I've played the game for long enough now to know that you can have your ups and downs.
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