Tim David Parks ODI Ambitions for Now, Focused on T20I Future Amid Busy International Calendar

Tim David has ruled out a return to 50-over cricket in the immediate future, despite growing opportunities in Australia’s ODI setup following the retirements of Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Steven Smith. The hard-hitting middle-order batter says his focus remains solely on T20 internationals as Australia prepares for a packed white-ball calendar leading up to the 2026 T20 World Cup.

David, 29, who last played an ODI in 2023 during a four-match series against South Africa, has not featured in any List A or domestic 50-over match since then. Despite Australia’s selectors seeing potential in his finishing ability for the ODI format, David has made it clear he has no current plans to pursue an ODI recall.

“It's not the immediate plan,” David said on Tuesday while speaking in Perth. “We've got such a busy year leading up to this T20 World Cup. There's not much time to think about much else.”

David is currently recovering from a hamstring injury suffered during the IPL, where he played a pivotal role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s maiden title win, though he missed the playoffs. His recovery has sidelined him from playing in the Hurricanes’ new Global Super League (GSL) team this month, though he is expected to join Australia’s T20I squad in the Caribbean later this month.

“Initially, that was the plan [to play GSL], especially once the Hurricanes had a team,” David said. “Unfortunately, the injury made it a tight timeline. I’ve probably got a few things to tick off with the CA guys when I get over to Jamaica, but I’m feeling confident.”

David is part of a busy T20 itinerary that includes eight T20Is between July and early November. Australia face the West Indies in a five-match series in the Caribbean starting July 20, followed by home series against South Africa, New Zealand, and India. David won’t feature in England’s Hundred competition due to schedule clashes but will return to the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) with St Lucia Kings.

Amid speculation earlier this year that he may leave Hobart Hurricanes, David has now confirmed a two-year contract extension with the BBL franchise. The delay in announcement, he clarified, was due to new league rules rather than any genuine uncertainty.

“There wasn’t any uncertainty [on my part],” David said. “The biggest reason for the delay is the new ten-player rule. There was good communication with Cricket Tasmania and the Hurricanes throughout.”

David will be joined in the Caribbean by Hurricanes teammate Mitchell Owen, who is expected to make his T20I debut after a breakout season with the Hurricanes and a strong showing for Washington Freedom in Major League Cricket.

“Excited to see him go,” David said of Owen. “He’s playing confident cricket. As a teammate, it’s exciting to see that growth.”

While David’s long-term future in 50-over cricket remains open, for now, he remains firmly focused on the shortest format — where his finishing power continues to be a key asset for Australia.