Durban victory beckons but Australian eyes turn to Steve Smith

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 12, 2026

Australia are closing in on a meritorious victory here. But they must also wait to discover whether Smith will be out of the next Test or even the series.

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Cleary puts contract talks on hold as he focuses on recovery from horror injury

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Holbrook re-signs, Frizell leaves for Tigers

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Rain mars second round of Premier Cricket

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Blues to investigate Cowan, Hayward incidents and pass results to AFL

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Talay not fussed by potentially hostile ALM opener

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