Australia's Steve Smith withdraws from a one -day international cricket | cricket

The majority of Australian Steve Smith left a one -day international cricket, but says that the extension of his excellent test career is a priority.

Smith told his teammate about his Odi pensioning after led Australia to a semi-final loss of Champions Trophy against India in Dubai. The 35-year-old signaled his intention to continue his test career until at least the Ashes series against England in the next Australian summer. Smith will continue to play Twenty20 International.

“Test Cricket remains a priority,” said Smith in a statement on Wednesday. “And I am really looking forward to the final of the World Test Championship, the West Indian Islands in winter and then at home in England. I have the feeling that I still have a lot to do to this stage. “

Smith said for a long time that he would continue to weigh up his career on a series of series. But he decided to retreat from the 50-over format after playing 170 odis and achieved 5,800 runs with an average of 43.28.

“It was a great journey and I loved it every minute,” said Smith, a winner of the Dual 50-over World Cup. “There were so many great times and wonderful memories. Winning two world championships was a big highlight, together with the many fantastic teammates who shared the trip.

“Now is a great opportunity for people to prepare for the 2027 World Cup. So it feels like the right time to go away.”