Australia failed to advance to the finals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after suffering a four-wicket loss to the Rohit Sharma-led team in the first semifinal. Star batter Steve Smith surprised the cricket world by announcing his retirement from One Day International cricket on Wednesday, March 5.
Smith made his ODI debut against the West Indies in 2010 as a leg-spinning all-rounder. However, he went on to become one of the greatest ODI players for Australia. He amassed 5,800 runs in 170 ODIs at an average of 43.28, including 12 centuries and 35 fifties. Smith also took 28 wickets at an average of 34.67.
I Have Loved Every Minute of It – Steve Smith
Steve Smith expressed gratitude for the memories he created in his ODI career. He described it as an incredible experience and cherished every moment. The former Australia captain highlighted winning two World Cups as one of the biggest achievements of his career.
“It has been a great ride and I have loved every minute of it,” Smith said (as quoted by Sport Star).
“There have been so many amazing times and wonderful memories. Winning two World Cups was a great highlight along with the many fantastic team-mates who shared the journey.
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