Veteran Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed concern about the future relevance of One-Day International (ODI) cricket, particularly after the 2027 World Cup. He noted that the format's appeal seems to rely heavily on star players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, whose participation in domestic matches drew significant attention. Ashwin suggested that the growing popularity of T20 leagues and the established appeal of Test cricket are shrinking the space for ODIs, questioning its long-term viability.