"It’s pretty special" Steve Smith on entering the history books with Don Bradman 

Steve Smith after hitting an unbeaten 200

Steve Smith displayed a brilliant and dominating performance on the second day of the Test against West Indies. He scored a hammering unbeaten 200 and with it joined the great Don Bradman as one of Australia's most prolific century makers. 

Smith hadn't been in the best of forms in the recent past. This was his 3rd century in 31 innings. This was his second century after eliminating his shuffle across the crease, and changing the technicalities of his batting. 

Steve Smith delighted

“I guess anytime your name is mentioned alongside the Don, it’s pretty special and it’s pretty flattering,” 

“It was nice to get a big one today and set us up and put us in a good position. I have felt really good for the last couple of weeks batting and fortunately was able to spend a good time out there yesterday and today."

“I’ve always worked hard and been confident. The reason for my slight change in technique is because I was unhappy with where I was at with my batting."

“Whilst I was still contributing to the team, I wasn’t probably getting the big runs that I’d like to get. I think now with the way I’m able to play and the way teams have bowled against me, I’ve sort of had to adapt a bit where I’m at with my body and my hands.

Smith had been struggling with a sore hip before the match. He sustained the soreness while a stretching session but somehow managed to pull the muscle. 

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