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After his classy 211, coming back from concussion, accolades are pouring on Steve Smith.

Brad Hogg ✔@Brad_Hogg

Steve Smith did not touch the sandpaper, he took the fall for others stupidity and actions. Courage & resilience to come back from a year of penance, then concussion, to face Pace and hostility & make another ashes century, has to be shown full respect. #legendary

Harsha Bhogle @bhogleharsha

He's quirky but which genius isn't. And he is possessed of a very strong temperament. What a player, @stevesmith49 is. Absolute champion.

Sachin Tendulkar @sachin_rt

COMPLICATED TECHNIQUE but an ORGANIZED MINDSET is what sets @stevesmith49 apart. Incredible comeback!

Michael Vaughan @MichaelVaughan