Steve Smith Retires From ODI Cricket After Champions Trophy Exit
Cricket Australia
Steve Smith has announced his retirement from One-Day Internationals (ODIs), bringing an end to his 50-over career after 170 appearances. His final ODI came in the aftermath of Australia's four-wicket defeat to India in Dubai, which marked the end of their Champions Trophy campaign.
In 170 matches, Smith scored 5,800 runs at an average of 43.28, including 12 centuries and 35 fifties. He also contributed with the ball, taking 28 wickets.
The great Steve Smith has called time on a superb ODI career
The 35-year-old told teammates of his decision in the aftermath of the Champions Trophy semi-final defeat in Dubai overnight, and said today "it feels like the right time to make way".
"It has been a great ride and I have loved every minute of it," Smith said in a release today.
"There have been so many amazing times and wonderful memories. Winning two World Cups was a great highlight along with the many fantastic teammates who shared the journey.
"Now is a great opportunity for people to start preparing for the 2027 ODI World Cup so it feels like the right time to make way.
"Test cricket remains a priority and I am really looking forward to the World Test Championship final, the West Indies in the winter and then England at home. I feel I still have a lot to contribute on that stage."