What England star Jonny Bairstow said to make Australia’s Steve Smith FURIOUS at The Ashes
England’s Jonny Bairstow leaves Steve Smith WREIN with a cheeky farewell shot after Australia’s best batsman throws his wicket away on his 100th Test as tempers flare between the pair at Headingley
- Bairstow and Smith had a war of words when Smith was fired
- It was rather unclear what the argument during The Ashes was
- However, it has now been revealed what Bairstow said to upset Smith
Steve Smith and Jonny Bairstow engaged in a battle of words on the pitch as the Australian batsman was left furious after being dismissed on the second day of the third Ashes Test.
As Australia looked to extend their lead, Smith swept Moeen Ali towards the center of the wicket as he fell to England’s off-spinner.
The hosts mounted a comeback from here in unlikely circumstances after Ben Stokes cut Australia’s lead to 26 in the first innings.
The batsman began to walk away before turning quickly and exchanging words with England wicket-keeper Bairstow.
In a video of Sky crickethas now been revealed what the pair said to each other in an angry altercation.
Jonny Bairstow and Steve Smith had a war of words after Smith’s firing
The Australian yelled at the England wicket-keeper after saying ‘Cheers Smudge!’ had said.
Bairstow repeated his words and clarified what he said to the Australian
“Cheers Smudge!” Bairstow said after sending Smith off, forcing the Australian to turn around.
Smith turned and exclaimed, “What was that?” Hi!’
Bairstow doubled as the battle of words continued as the England wicketkeeper smiled at the Australian.
‘I said, ‘Cheers, see you later’!’ he said.
The Ashes has caused quite a bit of controversy, with Bairstow once again involved.
Alex Carey controversially blunted the Englishman, sparking outrage among fans.
The series promises to bring even more drama as Australia and England battle it out.