Australia batter Smith replaces Hazlewood in T20 World Cup squad

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MELBOURNE, Feb 16 : Batter Steve Smith has been added to Australia’s squad for the T20 World Cup, filling the final place in the team for injured paceman Josh Hazlewood, the team said on Monday. Smith was brought to Sri Lanka as cover for opener Mitchell Marsh who sustained a testicular injury when struck at training in Colombo, missing the opening two matches as a result. Smith trained with the squad in Kandy on Sunday ahead of the match against tournament co-hosts Sri Lanka later on Monday.

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Australia batter Smith replaces Hazlewood in T20 World Cup squad https://www.channelnewsasia.com/ - 16.02.2026 10:49