Marcus Stoinis Retirement, Champios Trophy: The ICC Champions Trophy starts from 19 February. The Champions Trophy is to be played in the host of Pakistan this time under the ‘Hybrid Model’. In comparison, three cities of Pakistan (Karachi, Rawalpindi and Lahore) and Dubai will be played. The Australian team has suffered a major setback before the Champions Trophy.
This all -rounder suddenly retired
All -rounder Marcus Stoinis has retired from ODI cricket with immediate effect. Stoinis was also part of the Champions Trophy team, so it is shocking to retire. Stoinis will no longer play in the Champions Trophy. However, the good thing for Australia is that Stoinis will continue to represent Australia in T20.
Stoinis said, ‘Playing ODI cricket was an incredible journey for Australia. During this time, I am grateful for every moment spent in the field. Representing my country is something that I will always cherish. This was not an easy decision, but I believe this is the right time to stay away from ODIs and focus completely on the next chapter of my career. My relationship with Ron (Australia team coach Andrew McDonald) is very good and I appreciate his cooperation very much. I will encourage the players in Pakistan.
35 -year -old Marcus Stoinis played 71 ODIs for Australia. During this, he scored 1495 runs from a strike rate of 93.96 and an average of 26.69, including a century and 6 half -centuries. Stoinis also took 48 wickets at an average of 43.12 during this period. Stoinis was also a part of the team that defeated India and won the ODI Cup in the year 2023.
Cummins-Hazelwood is not sure to play, Marsh has gone out
After the retirement of Stoinis, the tension of the Australian team has increased further for the Champions Trophy. Coach Andrew McDonald had said that it is difficult to play captain Pat Kamins in the tournament. At the same time, Australian all -rounder Mitchell Marsh has already been eliminated from the Champions Trophy, while Josh Hedalwood is also not fit.