Steve Smith hits century at Lord's as England fans begrudgingly congratulate nemesis
That's how former England captain Nasser Hussain described yet another magnificent hundred from Steve Smith.Smith hit a century at Lord's in the second Ashes Test in a quite brilliant innings that has frustrated the hosts.He continues to be a thorn in the England bowlers' side, marking his second century at Lord's.
Smith isn't exactly the most popular figure with England fans, but many begrudgingly had to admit his greatness.Jonny Bairstow carries Just Stop Oil protester off pitch at Lord's in second Ashes Test One wrote on Twitter: "I would rather stick needles in my eye than watch him bat but Steve Smith is a phenomenon. Ridiculous in method and in output. Well played."
Another added: "English crowds booing Steve Smith as he walks onto the ground and, later, applauding his century is one of cricket’s most touching and reliable traditions."Another wrote: "Brilliant from Steve Smith, England's nemesis again but i just love watching him bat."
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