Canada: (RightNow). The match between Canada and Scotland marked the 5000th men’s One Day International (ODI) cricket match. This historic event occurred after the cancellation of the Ireland vs Afghanistan series opener due to rain.

This milestone exemplifies the global expansion of cricket, including teams from North America and Europe. The journey of Ireland and Afghanistan to full membership also signifies this growth.

However, this significant milestone in ODI cricket failed to generate much excitement. The current cricket calendar gives more attention to Test and T20 matches.

ODI matches no longer capture fans’ memories as they once did. The 1990s and 2000s were considered the golden era of ODIs.

Experts note that the issue with ODI cricket is not the 50-over format but the lack of competitive significance. A proposal to reinstate the former ODI Super League has been suggested.