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Born in Australia · Nationality Australian — Sport / sports governance
Documented profile covering 6 controversies, including “Brisbane Test: slow over-rate and captain's fine” and “Bengaluru 2017: looked towards dressing room before DRS, but no ICC charge”.
Profile No. 0861 · Updated on 12 October 2026
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2026
Smith sparked controversy by speaking while opponents were considering DRS reviews; the umpires asked him not to influence those decisions.
Last verified: 3 September 2026
2021-01
Video footage triggered allegations that Smith had deliberately altered Rishabh Pant's marks at the crease.
Last verified: 3 September 2026
2020
As captain of Rajasthan Royals, Smith was fined for a slow over-rate.
Last verified: 3 September 2026
2018
Cricket Australia concluded that Smith had known of the ball-tampering plan and failed to prevent it. The ICC and then Cricket Australia sanctioned him, including a twelve-month suspension imposed by CA.
Last verified: 3 September 2026
2017-03
Smith looked towards the dressing room before deciding on a DRS review and referred to a 'brain fade'. The ICC decided not to bring any charge against him.
Last verified: 3 September 2026
2014-12
Australia was found to be six overs behind; Smith, as captain, was fined 60 % of his match fee.
Last verified: 3 September 2026
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