Australia’s Steve Smith matches England’s Joe Root’s long-standing record for the most Test catches by a non-wicketkeeper, reaching 218 catches during the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin. The milestone is achieved through three catches at second slip.
The reports agree that Smith equals the record in fewer matches than Root, highlighting his efficiency in reaching the landmark. Times of India and Yahoo Sports both describe the catch details and position on the field, while NDTV focuses on the fact that Smith equals Root’s Test-catching record and frames it as “218 and counting.”
Overall, outlets present the same core development: Smith arrives at the world mark for Test catches and ties Root’s number during the current series, with his total now level at 218 as the match proceeds.
