Steven Smith replaces Mitchell Marsh in Pune Warriors India IPL franchise

Submitted by ITV Production on Mar 10

MUMBAI: Australian leg-spinner Steven Smith has replaced his compatriot Mitchell Marsh in the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Pune Warriors India for the DLF IPL 2012.

Sahara Adventure Sports MD Sushanto Roy said, "Steven Smith is one of the brightest talents to emerge onto the international scene in recent times. We have no doubt that he will excel for us with both bat and ball".

Smith was part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad during the 2010 season. He was acquired by Kochi Tuskers Kerala for the 2011 season, but was forced to miss the tournament due to injury.

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