Marcus Stoinis Shocks Cricket World with ODI Retirement Ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 : Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has officially retired from One-Day International (ODI) cricket, effective immediately. The 34-year-old, who played a crucial role in Australia’s 2023 World Cup victory, made the announcement just months before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
A Heartfelt Farewell to ODI Cricket
In a statement, Stoinis reflected on his remarkable journey in ODI cricket:
“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. 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.”
Stoinis will now shift his focus to T20 cricket, where he remains a dominant force in domestic and international leagues.
Stoinis’ ODI Career at a Glance
🏏 Matches Played: 74
🏆 Notable Achievement: Part of Australia’s 2023 World Cup-winning squad
⚡ Batting Style: Right-hand bat
🎯 Bowling Style: Right-arm medium
Since making his ODI debut in 2015, Stoinis built a reputation as a powerful all-rounder. One of his most iconic performances came in 2017 against New Zealand, where he smashed an unbeaten 146 runs and took 3 wickets, nearly pulling off a historic win single-handedly.
Impact on Australia’s Champions Trophy Squad
Stoinis’ sudden retirement leaves a major gap in the Australian squad just before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Cricket Australia is expected to announce his replacement in the coming weeks.
His experience and versatility will be missed, but Australian selectors will now look towards young all-rounders to step up in the middle order.
What’s Next for Stoinis?
Though his ODI career has ended, Stoinis remains committed to T20 cricket. Fans will continue to see him in:
🔥 Big Bash League (BBL)
🔥 Indian Premier League (IPL)
🔥 Global T20 Leagues & Australia’s T20I Squad
His explosive batting and effective bowling make him a valuable asset in franchise cricket, and he is expected to play a key role in upcoming T20 World Cups and major leagues worldwide.