📰 Steve Smith Breaks 99-Year-Old Record at Lord’s, Surpasses Don Bradman

London, June 2025 —
Australian batting maestro Steve Smith has once again etched his name into the history books, breaking a 99-year-old record at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground. On Day 1 of the WTC Final 2025 against South Africa, Smith scored a resilient half-century — the 42nd of his Test career — and in doing so, surpassed a benchmark that had stood since the era of Sir Don Bradman.

A Historic 51-Run Milestone

Smith reached his fifty in his signature composed style, but it was the 51st run that sealed the momentous achievement. With that run, he went past one of the longest-standing Test records related to consistent high-scoring at Lord’s, previously held by legends of the game including Bradman.

WTC Final Off to a Strong Start

Coming into bat under pressure, Smith anchored the innings with precision, showcasing his experience and temperament. His performance has put Australia on a solid footing in the World Test Championship final.

Smith’s Legacy Grows

Often compared to the greats, Smith’s stats now speak volumes. With 42 Test half-centuries, multiple centuries in key games, and now this historic Lord’s feat, Smith continues to evolve as one of the finest Test cricketers of the modern era.

Twitter Erupts with Praise

Fans and former cricketers flooded social media with admiration:

“Smith doing Smith things. A true master at the Mecca of Cricket!”
“Even Bradman would have been proud.”

✅ Quick Stats Recap:

Match: WTC Final 2025 – Australia vs South Africa

Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground

Milestone: 42nd Test half-century

Record Broken: Longest-standing consistent scoring record at Lord’s (99 years old)