Marcus Stoinis Retires from ODIs Ahead of 2025 Champions Trophy
The Australian all-rounder ends his decade-long ODI career to focus on T20 cricket, leaving Australia to finalize a replacement for the upcoming tournament.
- Marcus Stoinis announced his immediate retirement from one-day international cricket, halting his participation in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.
- The 35-year-old played 74 ODIs for Australia, contributing as a hard-hitting batsman and seam bowler, and was part of the 2023 World Cup-winning squad.
- Stoinis cited his desire to focus on T20 cricket as the reason for stepping away from the 50-over format.
- Australia's Champions Trophy squad will need a replacement, with the final roster set to be announced after the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka.
- Head coach Andrew McDonald praised Stoinis as a pivotal player and leader in Australia's ODI team over the past decade.