Smith says any captain would have done the same

"Opportunities come around to show a little bit of bravery…But in the context of life it was just nice to have that opportunity," Smith said.

"It would’ve been nicer if I lasted 10 balls longer, but it wasn’t to be," said Smith.

"I’m sure Ricky would have done a similar thing… He’s a real competitor and I think Australian people appreciate that," he added.

“They appreciate good sport and a competitive nature and I think the way the whole series was played was in the right spirit and that’s good for the game," Smith said "The elbow is something I’ve been dealing with for six-eight months. Obviously getting hit in the hand and breaking a knuckle that can happen in the game, its part and parcel of the sport."

"We know that Australia are going to come back fighting. Obviously their selections going forward are going to be interesting. Who comes back from injury, who’s picked going forward.”

"That’s going to be a great series. They’re going to want to beat us in South Africa and it just sets up a great series," said Smith.