March 5th 2025.
In a heartfelt announcement, Australia's stand-in captain and star batsman, Steve Smith, revealed his retirement from ODI cricket. This decision came after his team's defeat to India in the Champions Trophy semifinal held in Dubai. Despite his impressive performance in the match, with a top score of 73 runs in 96 balls, Smith felt that it was time to step down from the limited-overs format of the game.
Cricket Australia released a statement stating that the 35-year-old informed his teammates about his retirement after the close match on Tuesday night. However, Smith will continue to play in Test matches and T20 Internationals, as those formats remain his top priority. With a heavy heart, Smith expressed his gratitude for the wonderful journey he has had in ODI cricket, saying, "It has been a great ride and I have loved every minute of it."
Looking ahead, Smith shared his excitement for the upcoming World Test Championship Final, as well as the tours to the West Indies and England. He believes that he still has a lot to offer in the Test arena and is determined to contribute to his team's success. Since his debut in 2010 as a leg-spinning all-rounder, Smith has become one of Australia's finest ODI batters, scoring 5,800 runs in 170 matches at an impressive average of 43.28, including 12 centuries.
As Smith bids farewell to the ODI format, his fans and teammates will surely miss his impressive batting skills and leadership on the field. However, they can take solace in the fact that he will continue to represent Australia in other formats, and his contributions will be crucial in their future successes.
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