Steve Smith’s ODI Journey Ends as Australia Crashes Out of Champions Trophy

Steve Smith's ODI Legacy

Steve Smith’s retirement from ODI cricket was announced after Australia’s loss in the Champions Trophy semi-final. His ODI career ended with 5,800 runs in 170 matches, including 12 centuries. More importantly, he played in Australia’s World Cup-winning teams in 2015 with Michael Clarke as captain and in 2023 with Pat Cummins as captain.

In 2015, Smith became the captain after Michael Clarke. However, he lost the role in 2018 due to the Unfair ball alteration incident, the captaincy was taken away from him. However, he later took on a leadership role again and led the team when Cummins was injured.

While speaking about his retirement, Smith said that now is the right time for others to prepare for the 2027 World Cup. He also mentioned that Test cricket is his main focus. He is thrilled about playing in the World Test Championship Final; he is eager to tour the West Indies in winter and play against England at home. According to him, there is still much to contribute in Test cricket.

He also expressed his gratitude for his ODI journey, describing it as a wonderful experience of unforgettable memories. Winning two World Cups was mentioned by him as a highlight, along with the amazing teammates who were part of the journey.

Steve Smith's Captaincy Journey in ODIs

Australia was captained by Smith in 64 ODIs, with 32 wins and 28 losses. His journey as captain had many unforgettable moments, especially in his first years as a permanent captain when the team secured series victory against England and India.

Smith had retired, having scored 5800 runs from 170 ODIs for Australia, along with 12 centuries, but especially as a two-time World Champion. He was a member of Australia’s World Cup-winning teams in 2015, which was led by Michael Clarke in 2015 and Pat Cummins in 2023.