Marcus Stoinis Stuns Australia; Retires From ODIs Before ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Published - 06 Feb 2025, 03:51 PM | Updated - 20 Feb 2025, 11:40 PM

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Australia allrounder Marcus Stoinis shocked the cricketing world as he announced his immediate retirement from ODI cricket just before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The 35-year-old was included to Australia's provisional Champions Trophy roster, but has opted to retire from one-day internationals and will not play in the competition.

He last represented Australia in an ODI against Pakistan in November 2024. Stoinis was a vital member of Australia's 2023 ODI World Cup-winning team.

Stoinis a veteran of Australian Cricket

Stoinis' career-best batting performance came in just his second match, an unbroken 146 against New Zealand in Auckland in 2017. He last played in Pakistan in November, scoring 1495 runs and taking 48 wickets.

Stonis was also a member of Australia's World Cup-winning squad in 2023 and was named the team's ODI cricketer of the year in 2018-19.

Incredible journey: Marcus Stoinis on his Australia ODI career

Following his decision, Marcus Stoinis described his ODI career as an "incredible journey." Stoinis acknowledged his gratitude for representing Australia in the 50-over format. He claimed that retirement was a difficult decision, but it was the appropriate moment to focus on his T20 career.

"Playing ODI cricket for Australia has been an incredible journey, and I'm grateful for every moment I've had in the green and gold. Representing my country at the highest level is something I'll always cherish.

This wasn't an easy decision, but I believe it's the right time for me to step away from ODIs and fully focus on the next chapter of my career. I've got a fantastic relationship with Ron (Andrew McDonald) and I've hugely appreciated his support,” Stoinis was quoted by Cricbuzz.

Stoinis' retirement means he will no longer be part of Australia's Champions Trophy squad, which begins on February 18. The National Selection Panel will finalize the roster following the Sri Lanka Test series.

Andrew McDonald pays tribute to Marcus Stoinis

Australian men's head coach Andrew McDonald complimented Marcus Stoinis for making important contributions to the team's ODI setup over the last decade. He praised his playing abilities as well as his personal traits.

"Stoinis has been such a pivotal part of our ODI setup for the past decade. Not only has he been an invaluable player but also an incredible person to have in the group. He is a natural leader, an exceptionally popular player, and a great person. He should be congratulated on his ODI career and all of his achievements," Andrew McDonald said.