Smith flies back to welcome new-born daughter

Smith flies back to welcome new-born daughter
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Summary SA captain Graeme Smith will not miss second test despite flying home for birth of his daughter.

Smith tweeted on Wednesday, Our daughter, Cadence Christine Smith was born this morning, 3,35kg mother and daughter doing well. thx for all kind wishes that was amazing.He returned to be with his wife Morgan on Monday, missing South Africas two-day match against Worcestershire.Cricket South Africa confirmed it expects Smith to return in time for the preparations for the second test on Monday.Last week, Smith became only the seventh batsman in cricket history to score a century in his 100th test as his side beat England by an innings and 12 runs at The Oval.
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