Steve Smith or Steven Smith is a popular Australian batsman and bowler . He also led the Australian team as captain in all three formats of cricket. Steve’s batting style is right handed, while he is a right arm leg spinner. He made a good fame in cricket especially in Test Cricket and ranked his name in World’s top most players.
He contributed to the Australian team during Cricket World Cups of 2015 and 2023. He gave his energy to the Australian team when Australia won the T20 World Cup of 2021 and ICC World Test Championship 2023.
He has British-Australian family background, because his mother was an English Woman. Steve married Dani Willis in September 2018. His wife was a Professional Swimmer and Water Polo player in her young age. Vini Raman, Jessica Davies and Greta Mack are the wives of other Australian cricketers.
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Biography
| Full Name | Steven Peter Devereux Smith |
| NIck Name | Smithy, Smudge |
| Date of birth | 2 June 1989 |
| Age | 34 years as of 2023 |
| Height | 5’9” (Feet- Inch) 1.75 meter 175 cm |
| Zodiac sign | Gemini |
| Eye color | Light blue |
| Hair color | Blonde |
| Weight | 78 kg or 172 lbs |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Jersey number (Australia) | 49 |
| Batting style | Right hand bat |
| Bowling style | Right-arm Leg Break |
| Favorite Shot | Straight drive |
| Mentor/Coach | Trent Woodhill |
| Home Town | Kogarah New South Wales, Australia |
| Education | High school education |
| School | Menai High School, Sutherland Shire |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Father | Peter Smith |
| Mother | Gillian Smith |
| Sibling | Sister: Kristie Smith |
| Wife | Danielle Willis |
| Marriage Date | September 2018 |
| Children | None |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Hobbies | Tennis, Music |
Age
Steve was born to an English origin mother on 2 June 1989, so his age is 34 years as of 2023. Steve’s Zodiac sign is Gemini.
Height & Physical Appearance
Like other Australian cricketers such as Glenn Maxwell and Travis Head, Steve has a good height of 175 cm or 5 ‘9”(feet-inches). He has blond hair and glaring light blue eyes. As he cares about his fitness, he maintained his weight at 78 kg.
Wife/Girlfriend
Steve’s wife’s name is Danielle Willis(Dani Willis), who was first introduced to Steve in 2011 in an event of Big Bash League. Their connections developed and they started dating until in 2017 they engaged in New York. When their connection firmly developed, they married in September 2018. His wife Dani remained a professional swimmer and Water Polo Player in her young age.
Net worth
Steve is a successful cricketer with worldwide fame. He plays in all three formats of cricket, and plays in different domestic and international teams and Leagues. He is a co-founder of OMG(Oat Milk Goodness) company. Steve’s estimated net worth is 30 million USD.
Education
Due to his interest in cricket, he was not much interested in Education. Steve attended a local school named Menai High School. It is said he did not get any education after schooling and made his career in cricket.
Career
As his mother was English, so in his early age he went to England and there he played cricket for “Sevenoaks Vine” club in Kent Cricket League. Steve started his cricketing career in 2008, when he played for New South Wales against Western Australia. He got recognition and was included in the Australian team for Under 19 Cricket World Cup 2008. After this he played for New South Wales in the T20 Champions League. After becoming prominent he played for other teams. He also played in Big Bash League and Indian Premier League.
International Career
| Test Debut (13 July 2010) | Australia Vs Pakistan (Lord’s Cricket Stadium) |
| ODI Debut (19 February 2010) | Australia Vs West Indies (Melbourne Cricket Ground) |
| T20 Debut (5 February 2010) | Australia Vs South Africa (Melbourne Cricket Ground) |
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Domestic, national and international teams.
- Australia
- New South Wales
- Worcestershire
- Sydney Sixers
- Antigua Hawksbills
- Australians
- Sydney Thunder
- Toronto Nationals
- Barbados Royals
- Comilla Victorians
- Cummins XI
- Sussex
- Royal Challengers Bangalore
- Kochi Tuskers Kerala
- Pune Warriors
- Rajasthan Royals
- Rising Pune Supergiant
- Multan Sultans
- Delhi Capitals
Important Batting Statistics as of 2023
| M | Runs | Avg | 100 | 50 | |
| Test | 102 | 9320 | 58.62 | 32 | 39 |
| ODI | 155 | 5356 | 43.54 | 12 | 32 |
| T20I | 65 | 1079 | 25.69 | 0 | 5 |
| IPL | 103 | 2485 | 34.51 | 1 | 11 |
Important Bowling Statistics as of 2023
| M | Runs | Wickets | Avg | |
| Test | 102 | 1008 | 19 | 53.05 |
| ODI | 155 | 971 | 28 | 34.68 |
| T20I | 65 | 378 | 17 | 22.24 |
| IPL | 103 | 5 | 0 | 0.0 |
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Family
Steve has an English-Australian family background. His father, Peter Smith was an Australian and he studied Chemistry. While his mother belongs to England and her name was Gillian Smith. Due to her mother Steve also played cricket in England. In his family he has an elder sister named Kristie Smith.
Social Media
Steve uses social media platforms to promote his image. He also uses social media to promote his brands like OMG products. 3.6 million people follow him on Instagram, while on X(Twitter) he has 1.9 million followers as of 2023.
Instagram account: @ steve_smith49
X(Twitter): @ stevesmith49
Interesting Facts
- In 2018 Steve was blamed for ball tampering in a match against South Africa.
- He is a co-founder of OMG(Oat Milk Goodness) company.
- He promotes brands of the New Balance(NB) shoe company.
