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Steven Smith scores maiden Test double ton in 2nd Ashes Test against England at Lord’s

Steven Smith scored his maiden Test double in the second Ashes Test at Lord's, London.

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Published: Jul 17, 2015, 07:20 PM (IST)
Edited: Jul 23, 2015, 03:49 PM (IST)

Steven Smith has been in top form © Getty Images
Steven Smith has been in top form © Getty Images

Steven Smith brought up his maiden Test double ton on second day of the second Test between England and Australia at Lord’s, London. He had a score of 199 before and will be relieved to have finally got to the landmark of getting to a Test double ton. He and Chris Rogers shared a 284-run stand after losing David Warner early to put Australia on top of England. They are currently 504 for five at the end of 135 overs with Peter Nevill batting with Smith. Live cricket updates: England vs Australia, 2nd Test at Lord’s, Day 2

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Earlier in the day, England picked up a couple of wickets in the first session. Australia were 337 for one at end of play on the first day but Chris Rogers departed for a score of 173 when he inside edged a full ball from Stuart Broad. Mark Wood then continued his impressive work when he snared Michael Clarke caught at square leg by Gary Ballance. Catch live cricket scores and updates of England vs Australia 2nd Ashes 2015 Test at Lord’s, Day 2 here