'Modern-day Bradman': Smith rewrites stat books with 32nd Test ton

With 32nd ton on the second day of the Lord's Test, Steve Smith stamped his greatness, producing a majestic effort as he powered Australia to a strong 416 first innings total against England. Resuming on the overnight score of 85, Smith was quick to get to the first century of this year's Ashes as he rewrote record books. Although England pacers cleaned up Australia's tail for 77 runs, Smith's hundred ensured an imposing total on an under-pressure hosts, who currently trail the 5-Test series 1-0.

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