Dubai, March 5 -- Australia's stand-in skipper and batting mainstay Steve Smith on Wednesday announced his retirement from ODIs after his team's semifinal loss to India in the Champions Trophy here.

The 35-year-old, who top-scored in the match with a 96-ball 73, informed his teammates of the decision after the four-wicket loss on Tuesday night, according to a statement from Cricket Australia. He will continue to play Tests and T20 Internationals. "It feels like the right time to make way.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelIt has been a great ride and I have loved every minute of it," Smith said.

"Test cricket remains a priority and I am really looking forward to the World Test Championship Final, the West Indies in the winter and ...