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'Smith, Warner need to have thick skin to shine at World Cup': Lee

Smith and Warner have already witnessed hostile crowd during Australia's two World Cup warm-up games. (Photo: AFP)

30 May 2019 1:16 PM

With Smith and former vice-captain David Warner back in the side after serving 12-month bans for ball-tampering, Australia can expect similar treatment from crowds during the World Cup, which starts on Thursday with England facing South Africa at The Oval in London. (Photo: File)

'Hostile welcome adds more pressure but we were fully prepared': Alex Carey

Chants of 'cheat' accompanied Smith as he came out to bat in Southampton but he smashed 116 to guide Australia to a 12-run win.

27 May 2019 11:04 AM

Comeback heroes under fire

It’s boos amid runs for Smith and Warner in UK.

27 May 2019 4:56 AM

Smith scored 89 not out and 91 not out against New Zealand in warm-up games in Brisbane earlier this month before scoring 116 from 102 balls on Saturday. (Photo:AP/PTI)

Steve smith underanged by England fans' 'cheats' chant

Smith scored a century in Australia’s 12-run win over England in a warm-up game in Southampton, continuing his run of good form.

26 May 2019 12:11 PM

Smith hit eight fours and three sixes in his 116 off 102 balls before he was caught and bowled by Tom Curran in the final over. (Photo:AFP)

Australia edges past depleted England to win World Cup warm up game by 12 runs

Chasing a target of 298 to win, England were bowled out for 285 in the final over.

26 May 2019 11:57 AM

There were scattered boos when opening batsman Warner walked out to bat along with captain Aaron Finch in the warm-up match after Australia lost the toss. (News.com.au/Twitter)

Warner, Smith booed by crowd in warm-up match against England

Warner and Smith returned to international duty after completing one-year bans for their involvement in a ball-tampering scandal

25 May 2019 6:55 PM

Smith was the golden boy of Australian cricket until he opted to turn a blind eye to teammates Cameron Bancroft and David Warner conspiring to alter the ball during the third Test against South Africa. (Photo: AFP)

Steve Smith ready to pick up where he left off at World Cup 2019

While the Test format is where Smith has really excelled, he has also been formidable in one-day internationals, where he averages 41.84.

24 May 2019 12:21 PM

The Barmy Army uploaded an image doctoring David Warner's jersey by writing "cheats" on it. (Photo: Barmy Army/Twitter)

Moeen Ali appeals fans to go easy on David Warner and Steve Smith

The Barmy Army fans have already made nine songs to insult Warner and Smith.

23 May 2019 1:07 PM

Australia will begin their campaign against Afghanistan on June 1 at Bristol. (Photo: AFP)

'Australia's ability to bowl and play spin will define their WC success': Ponting

Ponting said there were concerns about middle-order's ability to play spin but the return of Warner and Smith has strengthened the team.

23 May 2019 12:09 PM

Both men have been in top form and were instrumental in their teams performance in the recently-concluded Indian Premier League (IPL). (Photo: AFP)

'Go easy on Smith and Warner', Mooen Ali requests fans to behave decently

Both Smith and Warner will be returning to high-intensity action at the showpiece event after serving one-year bans.

21 May 2019 12:28 PM

Australia will play against England and Sri Lanka in the warm-ups before opening its World Cup title defence against Afghanistan. (Photo: AFP)

ICC World Cup 2019: Steve Waugh places his bets on David Warner and Steve Smith

Smith and Warner spent a year out of their national team, serving bans for the ball-tampering scandal.

20 May 2019 2:04 PM

The 29-year-old scored unbeaten 89 and 91 in the warm-up games against New Zealand XI in Brisbane last week. (Photo: ANI)

‘Smith played an unbelievable shot and it felt like Sachin bat’: Langer

Delighted with Smith's progress going into the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2019, the head coach called him Australia's success.

20 May 2019 10:54 AM

The much-awaited return of David Warner and Steve Smith from their one-year bans has bolstered the team and boosted the morale of those, who will wear the yellow jersey in the United Kingdom. (Photo: AFP)

Australia's hopes of retaining its World Cup title looks realistic

The five-time winners have showed exemplary resilience in navigating the tempestuous phase that nearly broke their back and spirit.

19 May 2019 2:56 PM

Langer admitted that controlling the crowd is not their hands but urged the fans to treat Warner and Smith as human beings, prone to committing mistakes. (Photo: AFP)

'Warner and Smith ready to retaliate against England Crowd', says Langer

Warner and Smith return to high intensity action at the showpiece event after serving out their one-year bans.

19 May 2019 2:41 PM

With the likes of Smith, Warner and Mitchell Starc in the line-up, the skipper is confident that they will regain the trophy. (Photo: AFP)

'Smith has got his timing and class back': Aaron Finch

Finch is happy that both Smith and David Warner have done incredible work during their time off the field which is showing off.

10 May 2019 5:06 PM

Australia emerged as winners of the 2015 World Cup, with Smith scoring an unbeaten knock of 58 in the final against New Zealand.

ICC World Cup 2019: Players to watch out for - Steve Smith

Smith produced a knock of 215 runs in Ashes 2015, becoming the first Australian to score a double ton at Lords since the Second World War.

09 May 2019 4:36 PM

They have been stripped of their leadership titles but head coach Justin Langer said on Friday they would remain important mentors in Finch’s side. (Photo: PTI)

Smith, Warner to play Australia's pre-World Cup warm-up game vs New Zealand

Warner will bat at number three behind Aaron Finch and Usman Khawaja, with Smith named at four in the one-day match at Allan Border Field.

06 May 2019 11:22 AM

Both have been hampered by viruses since returning from the Indian Premier League but took part in net sessions on Sunday ahead of the first of three practice games against New Zealand beginning on Monday. (Photo: AFP)

Steve Smith, David Warner to don Australian colours for 1st time since sandpapergate

The pair were welcomed back into the national fold last week for a pre-World Cup camp in Brisbane.

05 May 2019 2:23 PM

The duo have enjoyed a solid comeback in the Twenty20 IPL, with Warner in blistering form, topping the competition batting rankings with 692 runs from 12 innings. (Photo: AFP)

Australia coach Justin Langer welcomes back Smith and Warner to the team

The duo returned to the national side for a World Cup training camp Friday in Brisbane after serving year-long ban.

03 May 2019 10:41 AM

Finch expected the fiery batsman to also dominate on the international stage, providing a massive boost for Australia as the reigning champions chase a sixth World Cup trophy. (Photo: R. Samuel)

'Warner's coming back with a huge hunger to dominate international cricket': Finch

Warner has been in red-hot form in the India Premier League after completing a 12-month ban, he struck a 100 and eight 50s.

02 May 2019 1:28 PM

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