Steve Smith hit his 11th Test century against India, becoming the top century-maker against them and securing his 34th overall. His score of 140 at the MCG elevated him to joint seventh in all-time Test centuries. Smith's innings ended with an unusual dismissal after he edged the ball onto his stumps, drawing a standing ovation.
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