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Steven Peter Devereux Smith
Posted on: MAR 05, 2025
Australia’s star Steve Smith announced his retirement from the One-Day International (ODIS), ending a stellar career in the form of 50-over. The final appearance of Smith’s Odi came to the Champions Trophy semi -finals against India in Dubai, where the top score for Australia with 73 runs in a lost effort.
A glorious ODI career
The 35 -year -old middle -class stroke was presented at 170 Odis for Australia, gathering 5,800 routes with an impressive average of 43.28 and a strike percentage of 86.96. His career statistics include 12 centuries and 35 half centuries, with a better career hit 164 against New Zealand in 2016. Initially debut as a foot -mark, Smith also contributed to the ball, taking 28 wicked and showed his 90 wicked skills.
According to a statement by Cricket Australia, Smith informed his teammates of his decision shortly after Australia’s six -month exit to Champions Trophy. While leaving Odis, Smith confirmed his commitment to test cricket and international T20.
Smith’s concerns and future plans
Reflecting ODI’s journey, Smith expressed gratitude for his experiences and achievements.
“It was a long ride, and I have loved every minute of it,” Smith said. “There have been so many amazing moments and wonderful memories. The victory of two World Cup was a big highlight, along with the many fantastic teammates who shared the journey.”
Smith was an integral part of the teams that won the Australian World Cup in 2015 and 2023. He also held the national side in 64 matches, winning 32 and lost 28, with four games ending with no results. In the recent Trophy Champions, he entered as a temporary captain, in the absence of Pat Cummins, who was sidelined due to injury.
As he moves away from Odis, Smith sees it as an opportunity for the next generation to prepare for the 2027 World Cup. “Now is a great opportunity for people to start preparing for the 2027 World Cup, so it feels like the right time to go.” “The Test Cricket remains a priority and I am really looking forward to the final of the World Test Championship, the West Indies series and then Ashes at home. I feel I still have a lot to contribute to this form.”
Reactions from cricket Australia
Cricket Australia’s chairman George Bailey praised Smith’s contribution to Australian cricket and respected his decision to retire ODI.
“We fully understand and support Steve’s decision to retire from an international cricket one day,” Bailey said. “His record as a beat is exemplary and to leave the form as twice the winner of his World Cup cement as one of Australia’s big Australian players.
A constant legacy
Smith’s impact on Australian cricket was huge. From his early days as a promising All-Rounder to become one of the most technically trained strokes in the world, his contributions to the Odi Cricket will remember for the coming years. With a remarkable career behind him in the form of 50-over, Smith is now gaze in further success on the test and the T20 Cricket.
As Australia looks forward to a new era in the Odi Cricket, Smith’s achievements will serve as an inspiration for future generations that aim to give green and gold. His retirement marks the end of an era, but his legacy in Australian cricket remains stronger than ever.
