Australian cricket star Steve Smith has announced his retirement from One-Day Internationals (ODIs). However, he will continue playing Test cricket and T20 Internationals (T20Is) for Australia. The decision came after Australia’s Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final loss to India in Dubai. Smith, 35, informed his teammates about his retirement after the match.
- Steve Smith retires from ODI cricket but continues playing Tests and T20Is.
- He played 170 ODIs, scoring 5,800 runs at an average of 43.28 and a strike rate of 86.96.
- Smith scored 12 centuries and 35 half-centuries, with a career-best of 164 runs against New Zealand.
- He captained 64 ODIs, leading Australia to multiple series wins.
- He may target the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where T20 cricket will debut.
Steve Smith’s ODI Career at a Glance
Steve Smith had an illustrious ODI career, making him one of Australia’s top batters. His contributions were vital in many key matches.
ODI Career Stats:
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170 | 5800 | 43.28 | 86.96 | 12 | 35 |
Smith’s highest ODI score was 164 runs against New Zealand in 2016 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
Captaincy and Leadership
Smith led Australia in 64 ODIs, winning 50% of matches as captain. Under his leadership:
- Australia secured series wins against India and England.
- Won the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy against New Zealand.
- Triumphed in a tri-series featuring South Africa and West Indies in 2016.
- His last ODI series as captain was a 3-0 clean sweep against West Indies in the 2023-24 home season.
What’s Next for Steve Smith?
Despite leaving ODIs, Smith remains a key figure in Test cricket. His consistency and experience will help Australia in upcoming Test series.
In T20 cricket, Smith has expressed interest in continuing his international career. A major target could be the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where T20 cricket will make its debut.
Steve Smith’s ODI retirement marks the end of an era, but his cricket journey continues. Fans will still see him in the Test and T20I formats, keeping hopes alive for more legendary performances.
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