"You And Your Family...": Yuvraj Singh's Special Tribute To Steve Smith After Australia Star's ODI Retirement

Various cricketing stars from Australia and world cricket congratulated star Australia batter Steve Smith after he announced his retirement from the ODI format, bringing down curtains on a illustrious career in 50-over cricket. Despite stepping away from ODIs, the 35-year-old will be available to represent Australia in Test and T20I cricket. His decision to be there for the shortest format could be influenced by a potential opportunity to compete in the 2026 T20 World Cup next year, and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where cricket will feature in the form of T20Is.

After Steve broke the news of his retirement, some of his close Australian teammates, including opener Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, former opener David Warner, former all-rounder Shane Watson and India's World Cup-winning all-rounder Yuvraj Singh hailed Smith's contribution to the sport and his accomplishments that set him apart as one of the modern-day greats in ODIs.

Warner took to Instagram, calling Smith the "best player I've played alongside". He also shared some pictures with Smith taken during notable moments in their careers in Australia and New South Wales (NSW) colours.

"Congrats mate on an unbelievable one day career. Blues to Australia, loved being alongside you. You've served the country unbelievably well and hopefully this decision prolongs you to keep going in the test arena. Best player I've played alongside in my career. #Goat #legend #cricket," posted Warner.

Watson, who was also a part of Smith's career in the beginning when he was breaking into the side as a leg-spinning bowling all-rounder and witnessed his transformation to a world-class batter, also posted on Instagram hailing Smith for his career, saying that he is fortunate to