Alex Carey Provides Update on Steve Smith's Fitness Ahead of Series-Deciding Test Against South Africa

Steve Smith's participation in the third Test between Australia and South Africa was uncertain after he sustained multiple injuries in the second match at Gqeberha. Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey shared that Smith is currently doing well and is preparing to play in the upcoming Test in Cape Town. Despite a finger injury and neck discomfort during the series, Carey confirmed Smith is 100% fit and set to play. The series is currently tied 1-1, with the winner of the third Test taking the series 2-1. South Africa won the second Test by an innings and 31 runs, leveling the series after Australia had won the first match by 214 runs.