During the second Ashes Test at the Gabba, Australian skipper Steve Smith experienced a brief but memorable brain fade following the toss. After England won the toss and elected to bat first, Smith appeared momentarily confused after interacting with toss presenter Isa Guha. In a comedic twist, he initially moved in the wrong direction before realising his mistake and quickly corrected himself by turning the other way around.

The incident, though minor, quickly drew attention from fans and commentators alike. In an era where every moment of the Ashes is scrutinized, Smith’s mix-up offered a lighthearted pause amid the intensity of the series. Clips of the moment circulated widely on social media, with many fans jokingly highlighting the normally composed Australian captain’s rare lapse.

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