Stoinis retires from ODIs on eve of Champions Trophy

Marcus Stoinis, an Australian all-rounder, has been suspended from one-day internationals and will not be competing in the Champions Trophy.

Stoinis, 35, played six matches in Australia’s 2023 World Cup win and, despite playing just one ODI since, was in line to feature in the upcoming Champions Trophy in place of the injured Cameron Green.

Although it wasn’t an easy choice, Stoinis said, “I think it’s the right time for me to step away from ODIs and concentrate fully on the next chapter of my career.”

“I’ve got a fantastic relationship with Ron]coach Andrew McDonald] and I’ve hugely appreciated his support.

The retirement is further disruption to Australia’s Champions Trophy preparation.

All-rounder and vice-captain Mitchell Marsh, Josh Hazlewood, and captain Pat Cummins have all been ruled out due to injury.

Australia has until February 12 to choose their squad. The tournament, which kicks off on February 19th, will have Steve Smith and Travis Head as captain choices.

Leg-spinner Tanveer Sangha, all-rounders Sean Abbott and Cooper Connolly, batter Jake Fraser-McGurk, and left-armers Ben Dwarshuis and Spencer Johnson, have been added to the squad for two ODIs against Sri Lanka next week.

Stoinis, who will continue to be available for T20s for Australia, played 71 ODIs after making his debut in 2015.

He scored 1, 495 runs at an average of 26.69 with a high score of 146 not out against New Zealand in 2017 – his only international century.

He has also taken 48 wickets.

“I’m grateful for every moment I’ve had in the green and gold,” Stoinis said. “Playing ODI cricket for Australia has been a fantastic journey.