With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 around the corner, Australia's veteran all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has officially announced his retirement from ODI cricket. Cricket Australia confirmed on February 6 that the 35-year-old has chosen to step away from the 50-over format to focus entirely on T20 cricket.Marcus Stoinis has been a key performer for Australia in international cricket and was even named in the squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. However, with his unexpected decision, the focus now shifts to who will replace him in the Australian squad for the marquee ICC tournament.With Marcus Stoinis retiring from ODI cricket, he will not be part of the Champions Trophy 2025. Australia will also be without key players Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Marsh, as all three have been ruled out due to injury.Marcus Stoinis' IPL 2025 Team – Here's Where He Will Play In Indian Premier League 2025Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis will play for Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. He was acquired by Punjab Kings for Rs. 11 crore in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction.Stoinis has played 88 matches in the Indian Premier League (IPL) so far, scoring 1,866 runs at an average of 28.27. His impressive record includes one century, nine half-centuries, and 11 scores between 30 and 49.Also on ABP Live | Virat Kohli Vs Shubman Gill: Is No.3 Spot Up For Grabs After Team India VC's Knock In Nagpur ODIContenders to replace Marcus Stoinis in Australia's Champions Trophy 2025 squadTim David: Tim David has quickly established himself on the international stage. In the latest BBL season, he smashed 254 runs in nine innings at an average of 42.33 and a strike rate of 177.62. His part-time bowling adds to his value.Beau Webster: Beau Webster offers versatility as both a batsman and a bowler. He made his international Test debut against India in Sydney, contributing a steady 39 runs. Webster has scored 1,317 runs in List A cricket at an average of 31.35.
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