Steve Smith's big decision after the defeat in the Champions Trophy semi-final, retired from ODI cricket

Australian cricket team captain Steve Smith has announced retirement from ODI cricket after the semifinal match loss to India during the 2025 Champions Trophy in Dubai. Steve Smith has retired from ODI cricket having played 170 matches. The campaign of his team was finished off after his team was defeated by four wickets down by India last night in Dubai. But Smith will be included in the selection process for Test cricket and T20 Internationals.

The 35-year-old Smith made the announcement to the team after the semifinal loss during the Champions Trophy in Dubai and repeated the same sentiment today that the time has come to retire. Smith made a statement that it has been an incredible ride and that he has loved every bit. There have been lots of great moments and great memories. The two World Cup wins were an incredible achievement.

Steve said that now is a great opportunity for people to start preparing for the 2027 ODI World Cup. So it seems like the right time. Test cricket is still my priority and I am really looking forward to playing in the World Test Championship final, the West Indies in the winter, and then against England at home. I think I still have a lot to contribute on that stage.