Steve Smith Retires from ODI Cricket Following Champions Trophy Exit

The Australian cricket star ends his 170-match ODI career, citing a focus on Test cricket and the need to prepare for the 2027 World Cup.

Steve Smith announced his retirement from one-day international cricket after Australia's semi-final loss to India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Smith, 35, played 170 ODIs, scoring 5,800 runs at an average of 43.28, with 12 centuries and 35 half-centuries, and was part of Australia's 2015 and 2023 World Cup-winning teams.
He served as captain for the Champions Trophy in the absence of Pat Cummins and top-scored for Australia with 73 runs in the semi-final against India.
Smith emphasized his commitment to Test cricket, including the upcoming World Test Championship final, a tour of the West Indies, and the Ashes series at home.
Cricket Australia and teammates praised Smith's contributions, highlighting his leadership and legacy as one of Australia's greatest ODI players.