Marcus Stoinis announces retirement from ODI cricket with immediate effect
What's the story
In a shocking development, Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has announced his immediate retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket.
The decision comes just ahead of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, leaving Australia without the star all-rounder for the tournament.
"Playing ODI cricket for Australia has been an incredible journey," Stoinis said in a statement.
Stoinis bows out after featuring in 71 ODIs for Australia.
Career reflection
Stoinis reflects on his ODI career
Stoinis thanked his time in the Australian team, saying every moment he spent in the green and gold was cherished.
He said representing Australia at the highest level of cricket is something he will always treasure.
"This wasn't an easy decision," he admitted about his retirement, "but I believe it's the right time for me to step away from ODIs."
Future plans
Stoinis to focus on next chapter of his career
Stoinis revealed his decision to retire is part of a plan to fully concentrate on the next phase of his professional journey.
He thanked Ron (Andrew McDonald) for the support and assured fans he will continue cheering for his teammates in Pakistan.
His retirement marks the end of an era in Australian cricket as they gear up for future challenges without him.
ODI stats
A look at his ODI stats
Stoinis, known for his explosive batting, made his ODI debut in the 2015 Leeds game against England.
He racked up 1,495 runs from 71 ODIs at an average of 26.69. The tally includes a ton and six half-centuries.
Stoinis's career-best of 146* came only in his second ODI (against New Zealand in Auckland in 2017).
The Aussie all-rounder also took 48 wickets with his medium-pace bowling.
Information
Second-highest individual score at seven in ODIs
Stoinis has the second-highest individual score at number seven in ODI cricket (146* against New Zealand, 2017). The Australian all-rounder shone after his side was down to 54/5 in that match. His outing included 9 fours and 11 sixes. Stoinis later took three wickets.