Steven Smith's vice-captaincy may not be universally popular, but it makes sense

He may only have himself to blame for the indiscretions that seem to have cost him his career, but we can still feel a tinge of sadness for him

It will be the second consecutive final for the legspinner and pits her against a likely rival for Australia honours

Steven Smith returns to a leadership position with the vice-captaincy

"I think there will be some negativity from some people about it - I understand that and I get that," says Smith

Australian cricket heads into a new era following a tumultuous week

The two left handers are in the running to bat No. 5 against England

Offspinner says having a bowler and batter as leaders would be beneficial, also states he wants Tim Paine behind the stumps at the Gabba

Although out for two low scores he came through his return to play

A statement said he will be "taking a leave of absence from all forms of cricket for the foreseeable future"