Steve Smith Retires from ODIs After 170 Matches

Steve Smith has officially retired from One-Day International (ODI) cricket after Australia’s semi-final loss to India in the Champions Trophy, marking the end of a distinguished 15-year career in the format. Over his ODI tenure, Smith played 170 matches, scoring 5,800 runs at an average of 43.28, including 12 centuries. He expressed that the time was right for him to step aside to allow younger players to prepare for the 2027 World Cup. Despite his ODI retirement, Smith will continue to represent Australia in Test and Twenty20 cricket, emphasizing that Test cricket remains his priority. His career highlights include being part of Australia’s World Cup-winning teams in 2015 and 2023 and captaining the side during his final ODI match. Smith's decision has been met with support from Cricket Australia, which recognizes his exemplary record and contributions to the sport.