Australian cricketer Steve Smith has announced his retirement

Australian cricketer Steve Smith has announced his retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket following Australia's semi-final loss to India in the ICC Champions Trophy. Smith, 35, concluded his ODI career with 170 matches, amassing 5,800 runs at an average of 43.28, including 12 centuries and 35 half-centuries.

Reflecting on his decision, Smith stated, "It has been a great ride and I have loved every minute of it. There have been so many amazing times and wonderful memories. Winning two World Cups was a great highlight along with the many fantastic teammates who shared the journey." He added that stepping aside now provides an opportunity for others to prepare for the 2027 World ... .

Smith's ODI tenure includes pivotal roles in Australia's World Cup victories in 2015 and 202 ... . Notably, he scored a century in the 2015 semi-final against India and hit the winning runs in the final against New Zealand. His highest ODI score of 164 came against New Zealand at the Sydney Cricket Ground in 2016.

While retiring from ODIs, Smith remains committed to Test cricket and is available for T20 Internationals. He expressed enthusiasm for upcoming Test series, including the World Test Championship Final, tours against the West Indies, and home series against England.

Cricket Australia’s Chief Executive, Todd Greenberg, lauded Smith's contributions, stating, "Right up until his final ... ."

Smith's departure marks a significant transition for Australia's ODI squad as they look ahead to future competitions.