ODI stands for One Day International cricket. It is one of the three main formats of international cricket, along with Test cricket and T20 cricket.
In an ODI match, two teams play one innings each. Each team can bat for a maximum of 50 overs. The team that scores more runs wins the match.
How Does ODI Cricket Work?
Before the match, both captains take part in a toss. The captain who wins the toss decides whether to bat or bowl first.
For example, if Team A scores 280 runs, Team B needs 281 runs to win. If Team B reaches 281 runs before using all 50 overs, Team B wins.
If a team loses all 10 wickets before 50 overs, its innings ends.
ODI Powerplays
Powerplays are periods when there are limits on where fielders can stand.
| Overs | Powerplay |
|---|---|
| 1–10 | Only 2 fielders can be outside the circle |
| 11–40 | Only 4 fielders can be outside |
| 41–50 | Only 5 fielders can be outside |
History of ODI Cricket
The first official ODI was played in 1971. The format became very popular because a full international match could be completed in one day.
The ICC Cricket World Cup is the biggest ODI tournament. It is held every four years and brings the best cricket teams from around the world together.
ODI vs Test vs T20
| Format | Overs | Innings |
|---|---|---|
| Test | No fixed limit | 2 per team |
| ODI | 50 | 1 per team |
| T20I | 20 | 1 per team |