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There’s something brewing between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Cricket West Indies (CWI) — and it’s not just another series announcement. According to sources, the two boards are deep in discussions to revise their upcoming bilateral series, potentially scrapping the ODIs completely in favor of more T20Is.
Yes, you read that right. What was initially planned as a three-T20I and three-ODI affair could now turn into a T20-only showdown, with up to five or six T20Is on the cards.
Why the Sudden Change?
Blame it on the crowded calendar. With international T20s dominating the schedule and the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup inching closer, the logic is simple: more T20s equals better preparation.
The series — originally slated to start with T20Is in the US, followed by ODIs in the Caribbean — could now be entirely T20-focused, with the first match tentatively set for July 31. Talks are ongoing, but insiders say the PCB is “optimistic” that West Indies will come on board.
An official announcement is expected soon.
But Is It the Right Move?
Look, from a tournament-prep perspective, it makes sense. Pakistan and West Indies are both eyeing T20 World Cup glory, and more game time in the shortest format could help them iron out combinations and test new talent.
But here’s the thing — scrapping ODIs altogether? That’s a slippery slope.
ODI cricket, for all the noise about its decline, still has tremendous value. It’s the perfect hybrid, demanding the explosiveness of T20s and the grit of Test cricket. Young players learn how to pace innings, build partnerships, and handle pressure in ways that 20-over cricket just doesn’t allow.
A Short-Term Fix, Long-Term Risk?
If this trend continues — and bilateral ODIs keep getting axed in favor of the flashier T20s — we risk losing a format that has produced some of the most iconic moments in cricket history.
And let’s be honest — Pakistan’s own ODI setup needs game time. With a new generation coming in and veterans moving out, these 50-over matches provide crucial exposure. You can’t build well-rounded cricketers without giving them time in the middle — across formats.
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