The three-match series between India and England will begin with the first ODI on February 6 before the crucial ICC Champions Trophy draws near. The Indians upset Jos Buttler and company 4-1 in the T20I leg, and the visitors will now try to make amends in the 50-over format.
The first ODI series of 2025 will be played by both teams, following a long break for both. While England last played in October of the previous year, India only participated in three games in 2024. There has been a lot of criticism as a result of the 50-over format receiving less attention.
On the other hand, Buttler has publicly stated that he is unsure of the format’s future in the sport. He added that he doesn’t sure how the ODIs would develop going forward, but it has been one of his favourite formats.
“I’ve truly enjoyed 50-over cricket, but I’m not sure (about the future of ODI).”
It has consistently been one of my preferred formats. However, given scheduling, the popularity of T20 and franchise cricket, and other factors, it has undoubtedly been pushed somewhat to the periphery in recent years. However, I continue to think that if you ask players about winning a World Cup, they would more likely choose a 50-over World Cup rather than a T20 World Cup right now. “I don’t know if that will remain the case going forward,” News18 cited him as saying.
However, the timetables are the constant issue. “I think people will always be excited to watch if you can get the best players on the pitch, competing against each other in whatever format,” he continued.
In addition to discussing the schedule, Buttler also discussed how the series in India will help them adjust to the subcontinental circumstances where the Champions Trophy will be held, pointing out that the difficulties will be comparable.
When it comes to tournament preparation, I believe that playing India in India will always be really difficult, and you need prepare as well as possible because the conditions in India can be comparable to those in Pakistan. Every pitch where we play has subtleties and slight variations of its own. The England captain remarked, “We’re constantly trying to adjust to that.”
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