New Delhi, Oct. 21 -- Steve Smith has said that it would be a seamless transition if he is required to lead Australia in the opening Test of the Ashes series in place of Pat Cummins, as per Sky Sports.

Cummins, who is recovering from a back injury, admitted last week that he is less likely than likely to feature in the opening Test against England, scheduled to begin on November 21 at Perth's Optus Stadium.

Australia's chairman of selectors George Bailey remains hopeful that Cummins will play a major role in the series, but in case he is unavailable for the opener, Smith is fully prepared to step in.

The 36-year-old has captained Australia on six occasions when Cummins has been out, winning five of those Tests. While Smith is confident...