Smith likely to return to cricket in June

It will be the first T20 competition organized by an Associate nation.

However, the former Aussie skipper has received a massive boost

Smith could be seen in action as soon as next month; he is likely to play in Global T20 Canada 20-over tournament.

The tournament is scheduled to take place in Toronto from 28 June to 16 July.

The T20 league will feature 6 teams, with a minimum four Canadian players in each squad.

He was also barred from the cash-rich Indian Premier League for his role in the infamous saga.

The 29-year-old was expected to lead Rajasthan Royals in the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League.

The suspension prohibits him from playing states, Big Bash and national level cricket.

Australian cricketer Steve Smith was banned by Cricket Australia following his involvement in ball-tampering scandal that stunned the entire cricketing fraternity.

Smith has received a 12-month ban and he will be able to take a leadership role in Cricket Australia for the next two years.