Steven Smith bids farewell to ODI cricket

Australian batter Steven Smith has announced his retirement from ODI cricket with immediate effect after Australia's semi-final defeat in Champions Trophy 2025. However, he will continue playing Test and T20I cricket.

The 35-year-old informed his teammates right after the loss to India that the semi-final was his last ODI match. This means he won't be part of Australia's squad for the 2027 World Cup, even though he led the team in the Champions Trophy in Pat Cummins' absence.

"It has been a great ride, and I have loved every minute of it," Smith said. "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.

"Now is a great opportunity for people to start preparing for the 2027 World Cup, so it feels like the right time to make way.

"Test cricket remains a priority, and I am really looking forward to the World Test Championship Final, the West Indies in the winter and then England at home. I feel I still have a lot to contribute on that stage."

India defeated Australia by four wickets in the first semi-final of the Champions Trophy on Tuesday.