Brisbane Test: Captain’s knock by Smith resists Pakistan
BRISBANE: Skipper Steve Smith was leading from the front as Pakistan's bowlers tied down Australia on the opening day of the pink-ball first Test at the Gabba on Thursday.
His fighting, unbeaten half-century kept the Australians ticking along with support from newcomer Peter Handscomb after the loss of three wickets.
At the dinner break and heading into the key final twilight session under lights, the home side were 182 for three after winning the toss with Smith unbeaten on 54 and Handscomb not out 16.
Smith…