# Jonty Rhodes and ICC CEO clash over ODI cricket’s future

2026-08-12T08:01:02+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk

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ODI cricket faces an uncertain future, according to former South Africa star Jonty Rhodes, who predicted fewer bilateral series and early international retirements as players opt for franchise leagues. Speaking at the launch of the European Premier T20 League in Mumbai, Rhodes said the 50-over format is under existential threat from T20 cricket, unlike Test cricket which has adapted.

## Coverage

- timesnownews.com <https://www.timesnownews.com/sports/cricket/jonty-rhodes-predicts-dim-future-for-odis-early-retirements-from-international-cricket-by-players-article-155595470>
- rediff.com <https://www.rediff.com/cricket/report/odi-crickets-future-hinges-on-this-major-icc-plan/20260812.htm>

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