Smith to face concussion assessment after helmet blow

Key points

• Steve Smith is being assessed for concussion after being struck on the helmet by an Anrich Nortje delivery during Australia's chase of victory in Durban. He was cleared to continue batting but did not return to the field when Australia began fielding.
• Further assessment is expected within 24 hours. If diagnosed with concussion, Smith would be ruled out of fielding on the fifth day and face a minimum 24-hour stand down under Cricket Australia's policy.
• The second Test in Gqeberha starts on October 18.