Overshadowed by Explosions: How T20 Cricket Dimmed the ODI Spotlight
R Ashwin’s recent statement on his YouTube stream, labeling ODI cricket as “redundant,” is significant and reflects a deeper sentiment regarding the format’s evolving place in the cricketing landscape. Historically, the 50-over format served as a crucial compromise between the brevity of T20s and the depth of Tests, becoming the mainstay of cricket’s commercial success…
