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Word

ODI

Phoneticsodi

Definition

n. Stands for One Day International. A type of international cricket match that lasts for one day. Each team gets to bat for a set number of balls, usually 300.

n. Abbreviation for One Day International. A limited-overs international cricket match consisting of a fixed number of overs, typically fifty per side.

Examples

“The national team won the ODI series against their rivals.”

“The captain decided to bat first in the final ODI to take advantage of the morning pitch conditions.”

“While Test matches remain the traditional pinnacle of the sport, the ODI format introduced a faster pace and more aggressive batting styles to the international stage.”

Examples

simple

“The national team won the ODI series against their rivals.”

contextual

“The captain decided to bat first in the final ODI to take advantage of the morning pitch conditions.”

complex

“While Test matches remain the traditional pinnacle of the sport, the ODI format introduced a faster pace and more aggressive batting styles to the international stage.”

Usage

Commonly used as an attributive noun in phrases like 'ODI cricket' or 'ODI series'.

Real-World Examples

“This has been a difficult tour for Sri Lanka, who were outclassed in the 3-0 T20 series defeat and well beaten by 89 runs in the first ODI at Chester-le-Street.”
BBC News · 24 Sept 2026
“Both Bouchier and Dunkley are familiar faces in England shirts, but neither has really nailed down a place in the ODI XI despite plenty of opportunities.”
BBC News · 1 Sept 2026

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