Jos Buttler Highlights Risks Facing ODI Cricket Ahead of India Series

Jos Buttler, England's white-ball captain, expressed concerns about the future of one-day international (ODI) cricket, stating that it has been marginalized due to the rise of Twenty20 (T20) formats and franchise leagues. Despite this, Buttler maintains that winning a 50-over World Cup still holds more significance than a T20 World Cup, reflecting on the challenges and longer format of ODIs. As England prepares for an ODI series against India, Buttler emphasized the team's commitment to an aggressive playing style, despite recent poor performances in T20 series. He noted the need for better execution of their plans, citing the aggressive approach of players like Travis Head in the World Cup final as a model to follow. Buttler's comments highlight a broader debate within cricket about the relevance of ODIs amidst the growing dominance of T20 cricket. While the ODI format is currently set to continue with upcoming tournaments, its long-term viability remains uncertain.