Phases of a 50-Over (ODI) Innings

📘 Phase 1: Powerplay 1 (Overs 1–10)

Fielding Restrictions: Only 2 fielders allowed outside the 30-yard circle.

Objective: Capitalize on field restrictions; make a brisk start while preserving wickets.

Typical Scoring Pattern:

Run Rate: ~4.5–6.5 RPO

Target Score by 10 Overs: ~45–65 runs

Strategy:

Openers aim to time the ball and find gaps.

Avoid early collapses that can derail momentum.

Punish loose deliveries, especially in the first 4–5 overs.

📘 Phase 2: Consolidation & Building (Overs 11–25) Fielding Restrictions: Up to 4 fielders outside the circle.

Objective: Build partnerships, rotate strike, reduce dot balls.

Typical Scoring Pattern:

Run Rate: ~4–5.5 RPO

Target Score by 25 Overs: ~110–140 runs

Strategy:

Anchors (e.g., Kohli, Williamson) play key roles.

Batters avoid unnecessary risks, focus on singles and strike rotation.

If wickets fall early, this phase becomes critical for recovery.

📘 Phase 3: Platform Expansion (Overs 26–40) Fielding Restrictions: Up to 4 fielders outside the circle.

Objective: Accelerate moderately, set up for the final onslaught.

Typical Scoring Pattern:

Run Rate: ~5.5–7 RPO

Target Score by 40 Overs: ~210–250 runs

Strategy:

Identify overs/bowlers to attack.

Increase boundary count while still rotating strike.

Build momentum toward the final 10 overs.

Big hitters may start teeing off if wickets are in hand.

📘 Phase 4: Death Overs (Overs 41–50) Fielding Restrictions: Up to 5 fielders outside the circle.

Objective: Maximize scoring with aggressive hitting.

Typical Scoring Pattern:

Run Rate: ~8–12+ RPO

Expected Addition in Last 10 Overs: ~80–120 runs

Strategy:

Power-hitters dominate (e.g., Maxwell, Pandya, Buttler).

Batters look for sixes, twos, and smart running.

Bowling side uses slower balls, yorkers, wide lines, and variations.

Finish with a flourish – often the difference between 280 and 330.