Overview

• Smith told Sky Sports on August 15, 2025, that making Australia’s T20 squad for the Los Angeles Olympics is a personal goal.
• He acknowledged that selection will be tricky because the fast-paced format tends to reward power, pace and younger players.
• Smith retired from ODIs after the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy and has not featured in a T20I since February 2024.
• His performances in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and other limited-overs events are seen as crucial proving grounds for his Olympic case.
• Cricket’s return to the Olympic program after a 128-year absence presents a rare opportunity for national representation on sport’s biggest stage.