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First one-day international for Pakistan and New Zealand

Women's One Day International (ODI) is the limited overs form of women's cricket. Matches are scheduled for 50 overs, equivalent to the men's game.

Women's One Day International (ODI) is the limited overs form of women's cricket. Matches are scheduled for 50 overs, equivalent to the men's game. The first women's ODIs were played in 1973, as part of the first Women's World Cup which was held in England. The first ODI would have been between New Zealand and Jamaica on 20 June 1973, but was abandoned without a ball being bowled, due to rain. Therefore, the first women's ODIs to take place were three matches played three days later.

The 1,000th women's ODI took place between South Africa and New Zealand on 13 October 2016.

Women's ODI status is determined by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and was restricted to full members of the ICC. In May 2022, the ICC awarded ODI status to five more teams.

Historical Significance

Women's One Day International (ODI) is the limited overs form of women's cricket.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on February 11, 1973?
Women's One Day International (ODI) is the limited overs form of women's cricket. Matches are scheduled for 50 overs, equivalent to the men's game. The first women's ODIs were played in 1973, as part of the first Women's World Cup which was held in England.
Why is First one-day international for Pakistan and New Zealand significant?
Women's One Day International (ODI) is the limited overs form of women's cricket.

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