Australia National Cricket Team have suffered a major setback ahead of the third Test against South Africa in Cape Town, with Steve Smith ruled out of the match. Josh Inglis has been brought into the side as Australia prepare for the crucial encounter.

Steve Smith reportedly had a hit in the nets on the morning of the Test but appears to have failed to prove his fitness in time. His absence adds to Australia’s selection changes, with the team making four changes for the match.

Steve Smith Misses Cape Town Test as Josh Inglis Returns

The development was reported by Australian media moments before the toss, which confirmed that Steve Smith would miss the third Test against South Africa. The veteran batter’s absence means Australia will have to adjust their plans for the Cape Town clash.

The update added that Smith had batted in the nets earlier in the day but had come up short, with Inglis coming into the side. Further details on Smith’s condition are awaited.

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