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Jamie Smith Hits Century: England's Cricketing Comet Takes Flight!

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Watch out world, Jamie Smith just thrashed his way to his first Test century, breaking records and leading England to glory!

In what can only be described as a memorable morning for England, Jamie Smith delivered a dazzling performance that not only marked his first international century but also shifted the momentum in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Emirates Old Trafford. Resuming the third day at 72 not out, the crowd watched in rapt attention as the 24-year-old wicketkeeper-batter blasted his way to an impressive 111 runs, propelling England to a commanding total of 358, and leaving Sri Lanka 122 runs adrift. This remarkable achievement came just in time for England, who after a shaky start needed someone to seize the moment and Smith did just that, proving he’s a player for the ages.

Making his mark in international cricket, Jamie Smith didn’t just write his name in the match scorebook; he also etched it into the history of English cricket by becoming the youngest wicketkeeper to score a century. The previous record stood strong for 94 years, but with his fearless batting and nonchalant approach to high-pressure situations, Smith has taken the crown with ease in only his fifth Test innings. You can bet the 24-year-old is not only ecstatic about this milestone but also hungry for more as he eyes a long and prosperous career with the England team.

England's innings saw not just Smith thriving; Ollie Pope’s steady 56 and an explosive bowling display kept Sri Lanka's hopes at bay. As England consolidated their lead, the spirited atmosphere around the ground stirred the excitement of fans, who were not only backing their team but also witnessing a blossoming star in the making. Smith's achievements underscore a strong message: watch out for the new breed of cricketers who are ready to re-define the game with their fearless attitude and fervour.

Interestingly, cricket has always been a space for young talents to shine, and Smith's entry into this exclusive club aligns with a trend of young players taking centre stage in different sports. Let’s take a moment to appreciate that cricket isn’t just about tradition; it’s about evolution and embracing the next generation. With records being broken and young stars stepping up, this may just be the perfect era for cricket fans to revel in exciting performances and perhaps start calling Jamie Smith the ‘future of cricket’!

As the dust settles after Smith’s victorious foray into Test cricket, let's not forget how far we've come as a sport! Whether it’s through record-breaking centuries or nail-biting finishes, cricket mirrors the unpredictability and thrill of life itself. And in case you didn’t know, the youngest player to have ever played Test cricket for England is none other than the legendary William Clarke who debuted at just 18 years old back in 1839. It’s fascinating to see how the sport transcends generations and how today’s players strive to push boundaries just like their predecessors!

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Memorable morning for Jamie Smith as England assume complete ... (Gazette & Herald)

Jamie Smith's first international century and two quick wickets handed England complete control of the first Test against Sri Lanka,.

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Jamie Smith's maiden Test ton puts England in control against Sri ... (The Independent)

Smith went from 72 not out overnight to 111 on the third morning at Emirates Old Trafford, excelling in just his fifth Test innings. England were dismissed ...

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ENG vs SL: Jamie Smith becomes youngest England wicketkeeper ... (India Today)

England vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test: 24-year-old Jamie Smith hit his maiden Test century in only his fourth match for England in whites.

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England's Jamie Smith slams his maiden Test century: Key stats (NewsBytes)

England wicketkeeper batter Jamie Smith hit a superb ton in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Manchester. England resumed Day 3 on 259/6 with Smith ...

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Jamie Smith's maiden Test century drives England into imposing lead (ESPNcricinfo.com)

Innings England 358 (Smith 111, Brook 56, Asitha 4-102) lead Sri Lanka 236 by 122 runs. Jamie Smith delivered on his rich promise on the third morning at ...

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Jamie Smith Breaks 94-Year England Record With Maiden Test ... (Wisden)

Jamie Smith became the youngest England Test wicketkeeper to score a century, breaking a 94-year record on his way to a 111 against Sri Lanka in the ongoing ...

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ENG vs SL: Jamie Smith Creates History as Youngest English ... (News18)

During the third Day of the first Test between England and Sri Lanka at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester, the English wicketkeeper-batter, ...

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Memorable morning for Jamie Smith as England assume complete ... (The Independent)

Smith went from 72 not out overnight to 111 on the third morning at Emirates Old Trafford, lifting the hosts to 358 and a sizeable lead of 122.

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Jamie Smith's maiden Test ton puts England in control against Sri ... (Border Counties Advertizer)

Smith went from 72 not out overnight to 111 on the third morning at Emirates Old Trafford, excelling in just his fifth Test innings. England were dismissed ...

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Jamie Smith's maiden Test ton puts England in control against Sri ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Smith went from 72 not out overnight to 111 on the third morning at Emirates Old Trafford, excelling in just his fifth Test innings. England were dismissed ...

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Jamie Smith becomes youngest wicketkeeper-batter for England to ... (ANI News)

England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith on Friday slammed his maiden Test century against Sri Lanka and became the youngest to do so for the Three Lions in ...

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Memorable morning for Jamie Smith as England assume complete ... (Border Counties Advertizer)

Jamie Smith's first international century and two quick wickets handed England complete control of the first Test against Sri Lanka,.

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Jamie Smith takes century in his stride and marches on to bigger ... (The Guardian)

The wicketkeeper's astonishing introduction to Test cricket gathered pace with a maiden century that never looked in doubt.

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Jamie Smith hits maiden ton before seamers strike as England ... (The Independent)

Smith capped his rapid rise this summer by converting his overnight score of 72 to 111 on the third morning in Manchester, lifting the hosts to 358 all out.

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Jamie Smith hits maiden ton before seamers strike as England ... (Morning Star Online)

JAMIE SMITH'S first international century handed England control of the first Test against Sri Lanka before the pace attack took charge at Old Trafford ...

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Sri Lanka dig in after Jamie Smith lays platform for England's victory ... (The Guardian)

Angelo Mathews led the tourists' resistance at Old Trafford after Jamie Smith's fine 111 had given England a substantial first-innings lead.

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Jamie Smith helps England take control of Sri Lanka in first Test (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

His ton, in just his fifth innings, carried the hosts to 358 all out in the morning session as they moved into a 122-run lead. ADVERTISEMENT. Advertisement.

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England vs Sri Lanka: Jamie Smith and Chris Woakes impress for ... (Sky Sports)

Jamie Smith claimed his maiden Test century for England; Angelo Mathews (65) and Kamindu Mendis (56no) helped Sri Lanka battle to an 82-run lead; ...

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Jamie Smith hits maiden century as England take control against Sri ... (Evening Standard)

The 24-year-old hit a stunning 111 to give England a first-innings lead.

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Jamie Smith will be world-class, says Ian Bell (BBC Sport)

Jamie Smith will be a “world-class player over a long period of time”, according to former England international and Sri Lanka batting coach Ian Bell.

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Jamie Smith credits Ian Bell for helping him reach milestone moment ... (Border Counties Advertizer)

Jamie Smith thanked Ian Bell for his helping him become a Test centurion, even though the former England batter is currently behind enemy lines with Sri ...

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Jamie Smith helps England take control of Sri Lanka in first Test (Gazette & Herald)

England's Jamie Smith celebrates after reaching 100 runs and his first Test hundred during day three of the First Rothesay Test match at the Emirates Old ...

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BUMBLE AT THE TEST: Super Jamie Smith is here to stay, Mark ... (Daily Mail)

DAVID LLOYD AT OLD TRAFFORD: But, with Sri Lanka having just an 82-run lead, England are in pole position to complete victory at Old Trafford on Saturday.

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Jamie Smith completes maiden Test century as England take control ... (BT Sport)

Jamie Smith reached his maiden century as England enjoyed an impressive third day of the first Test against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford, finishing on 111.

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Who is Jamie Smith? England's latest wicket-keeper batsman who ... (Sporting News)

On Day 3 of the first Test against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford, Smith scored his maiden Test century, breaking a 94-year-old record. This remarkable achievement ...

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Jamie Smith will be world-class, says Ian Bell (BBC News)

Jamie Smith will be a “world-class player over a long period of time”, according to former England international and Sri Lanka batting coach Ian Bell.

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Jamie Smith's has two assets that mark him out as future great (Telegraph.co.uk)

Rookie demonstrates straight bat and strong temperament to reach maiden century, traits that make 24-year-old as good as Root at same age.

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Jamie Smith helps England take control of Sri Lanka in first Test (Cumnock Chronicle)

England's Jamie Smith celebrates after reaching 100 runs and his first Test hundred during day three of the First Rothesay Test match at the Emirates Old ...

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Jamie Smith completes maiden Test century as England take control ... (Eurosport.com)

Jamie Smith reached his maiden century as England enjoyed an impressive third day of the first Test against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford, finishing on 111.

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England vs Sri Lanka: Jamie Smith says he does not feel out of ... (Sky Sports)

Jamie Smiths century makes him the youngest wicketkeeper-batter ever to achieve that feat in Test matches, reaching it at the age of 24 years and 40 days ...

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Memorable morning for Jamie Smith as England assume complete ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Jamie Smith's first international century and two quick wickets handed England complete control of the first Test against Sri Lanka,.

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Sri Lanka hanging on in first test after Jamie Smith's century leaves ... (The Associated Press)

Angelo Mathews dug in to make 65 and Kamindu Mendis was 56 not out at stumps as Sri Lanka reached 204-6, with a lead of 82. Dinesh Chandimal was there at the ...

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Jamie Smith quells the keeper's debate as world-class credentials ... (ESPNcricinfo.com)

Maiden Test century follows hot on heels of 95 against West Indies, with more still to come.

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Jamie Smith helps England take control of Sri Lanka in first Test (Border Counties Advertizer)

England's Jamie Smith celebrates after reaching 100 runs and his first Test hundred during day three of the First Rothesay Test match at the Emirates Old ...

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Jamie Smith hits maiden ton before seamers strike as England ... (Border Counties Advertizer)

Jamie Smith's first international century handed England control of the first Test against Sri Lanka before the pace attack took charge at Emirates Old ...

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Jamie Smith helps England take control of Sri Lanka in first Test (Irvine Times)

England's Jamie Smith celebrates after reaching 100 runs and his first Test hundred during day three of the First Rothesay Test match at the Emirates Old ...

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Jamie Smith helps England take control of Sri Lanka in first Test (Clydebank Post)

England's Jamie Smith celebrates after reaching 100 runs and his first Test hundred during day three of the First Rothesay Test match at the Emirates Old ...

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Sri Lanka hanging on in first test after Jamie Smith's century leaves ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

One more wicket would put the English into Sri Lanka's tail in Manchester and they are big favorites to take the lead in the three-match series. England also ...

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Old Trafford Test, Day 3: Jamie Smith's maiden hundred keeps ... (India TV)

Jamie Smith has become the youngest England wicketkeeper to smash a Test century. At 24 years and 42 days, Smith has broken former wicketkeeper Les Ames' ...

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ENG vs SL, 1st Test: Jamie Smith hits maiden test century to put ... (Sportstar)

England was closing in on victory over a gritty Sri Lanka in the first test with the visitor on 204-6 in its second innings at the end of the third day at ...

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England vs Sri Lanka: Jamie Smith says he does not feel out of ... (More Radio)

Jamie Smith says he does not feel out of his depth after he became the youngest wicketkeeper-batter ever to reach a maiden century in Test cricket for ...

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