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Is Steve Smith the greatest slip fielder in Test history?

Original: Is Steve Smith the greatest slip fielder? Ranking the best close catchers in Test Cricket history

A debate is under way over whether Australia's Steve Smith is the greatest slip fielder in Test cricket history, with a new ranking of the best close catchers in the game putting him at the top. The discussion weighs Smith's safe hands and remarkable catch tally against other legendary slip fielders from past eras, prompting fans to compare eras and argue over who deserves the crown.

Why now: A new ranking naming Smith the best slip fielder has reignited debate among cricket fans about the greatest close catchers.

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• Is Steve Smith the greatest slip fielder? Ranking the best close catchers in Test Cricket history · Yahoo Sports

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