“Would like to play Olympics……”, Steve Smith Eyeing Olympics 2028 After Stellar BBL Return 

Australian batting legend Steve Smith has no plans of hanging up his boots anytime soon. The veteran cricketer has set his sights on representing Australia in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where cricket is set to make a return in the T20 format.

Smith, who recently made headlines with a blazing century for Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League (BBL), expressed his desire to play in the global event. “I would like to play in the Olympics; I reckon that would be cool,” Smith told FOX Sports.

A Memorable Return to T20 Cricket

Smith’s return to T20 cricket has been nothing short of spectacular. Playing for the Sydney Sixers, he smashed 121 off just 64 balls against Perth Scorchers at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). His innings, which included 10 fours and seven sixes, came at a strike rate of 189.06. This was his third century in the BBL, putting him level with Ben McDermott for the most centuries in the tournament’s history.

Despite his recent T20I struggles, Smith’s performances in domestic and franchise leagues have been top-notch. Since 2023, he has scored 950 runs in 21 T20 innings at an impressive average of 59.37, including three centuries and six fifties.

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Smith’s Stellar Run in T20 Leagues

Smith’s stint in Major League Cricket (MLC) in the USA was another highlight of his recent T20 journey. He led Washington Freedom to a title-winning run in the MLC 2024, scoring 336 runs in nine matches at an average of 56.00 and a strike rate of 148.67.

His ability to adapt and excel in different conditions has made him a sought-after player in T20 leagues worldwide. In the BBL, Smith has continued to showcase his class, cementing his status as one of the most reliable batters in the format.

Plans Beyond Traditional Formats

Smith, known for his prowess in Test cricket, is now focusing more on the shorter formats. “We will see how far I go in terms of long-form cricket. But I am going to play short-form cricket for a while I think when I do finish,” he said.

The 33-year-old is aware of the competition from younger players but remains motivated to keep performing at the highest level. “There are a lot of good young kids who are smacking the ball out of the park. There are other guys around the country giving it a whack,” he added.

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