Australia and England will face off in the Champions Trophy 2025 at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. This high-stakes match is crucial for both teams as they aim to start strong in Group B.
- Joe Root has better overall ODI stats than Steve Smith.
- Smith dominates in home ODIs, while Root excels away from home.
- In ICC ODI tournaments, Root outperforms Smith.
Steve Smith vs Joe Root: Overall ODI Stats
| Categories | Steve Smith | Joe Root |
|---|---|---|
| Innings | 151 | 163s |
| Runs | 5703 | 6634 |
| Average | 43.2 | 47.4 |
| Strike Rates | 87.1 | 86.7 |
| 100s/50s | 12/34 | 16/40 |
| Innings per 50+ score | 3.28 | 2.91 |
Joe Root leads in overall ODI performance. He has a higher average, has scored more centuries and fifties, and is more consistent.
Smith vs Root: Home ODI Stats
| Categories | Steve Smith | Joe Root |
|---|---|---|
| Innings | 60 | 84 |
| Runs | 2782 | 3339 |
| Average | 56.78s | 46.38s |
| Strike Rate | 93.29 | 88.90 |
| 100s/50s | 9/13 | 8/19s |
| Innings per 50+ score | 2.72 | 3.11 |
At home, Steve Smith dominates. His batting average and strike rate are significantly higher than Joe Root’s.
Smith vs Root: Away & Neutral ODI Stats
| Categories | Steve Smith | Joe Root |
|---|---|---|
| Innings | 91 | 79 |
| Runs | 2921 | 3295 |
| Average | 35.19 | 48.46 |
| Strike Rate | 81.98 | 84.66 |
| 100s/50s | 3/21 | 8/21 |
| Innings per 50+ score | 3.79 | 2.72 |
In away and neutral conditions, Joe Root is clearly superior. His higher average and better conversion rate give him the edge.
Smith vs Root: Performance in ICC ODI Events
| Categories | Steve Smith | Joe Root |
|---|---|---|
| Innings | 33 | 34 |
| Runs | 1222 | 1465 |
| Average | 43.64s | 47.25 |
| Strike Rate | 86.54 | 89.93 |
| 100s/50s | 1/11 | 4/8s |
| Innings per 50+ score | 2.75 | 2.83 |
In ICC tournaments, Root excels again. His higher average, strike rate, and conversion rate make him a standout performer.
- Steve Smith is better at home, where his average and strike rate are superior.
- Joe Root is better overall, especially in away ODIs and ICC events.
- In most ODI categories, Root outperforms Smith.
Joe Root is the more consistent and well-rounded ODI batter, making him the winner in this comparison.
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