Steve Smith and David Warner were involved in formulating a plan to tamper with the ball to gain an advantage. (Reuters Photo) Steve Smith and David Warner were involved in formulating a plan to tamper with the ball to gain an advantage. (Reuters Photo)Steve Smith and David Warner, former Australia captain and vice-captain respectively, have been banned for a 12 month period by Cricket Australia. MUST READ | Steve Smith, David Warner, Cameron Bancroft suspended by Cricket Australia: Read full text of chargesIn sombre scenes in Johannesburg, Smith was handed the punishment and asked to relay it to his teammates. REACTIONS: “Very harsh” Twitter reacts to Steve Smith, David Warner 12 month banThe last time Steve Smith missed a Test for Australia was back in March 2013 against India.

Source: Indian Express March 28, 2018 08:19 UTC