India, June 15 -- Steve Smith suffered a horrific finger injury on Day 3 of the WTC Final against South Africa, at Lord's. The Australian vice-captain has also received a huge boost in terms of recovery. Smih sustained the injury when he dropped Temba Bavuma in the slip cordon.

The veteran Aussie was wearing a helmer and was closer than the usual first slip position. He grassed the attempt, and Bavuma was given an extra life on 2. Smith also damaged the little finger on his right hand, while trying to catch.

He ran off the field in serious pain, followed by the team doctor and physiotherapist, with his bone coming out of the skin.

According to a report by The Daily Telegraph, Smith could also avoid surgery as his wound was stitched up,...