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    Australian batting great Steve Smith believes playing at a neutral venue gives the World Test Championship final an air of uncertainty

    Australian batting great Steve Smith believes playing at a neutral venue gives the World Test Championship final an air of uncertainty


    The Baggy Greens take on top qualifiers South Africa at Lord's in the third decider of test cricket's ultimate prize, starting tonight.

    36-year-old Smith, with 116 tests to his name, says being in the Northern Hemisphere is a challenge for both teams.



    First ball is timed for 9.30pm tonight, with the winner snaring 5.95 million dollars.

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