The Super League replaced the ODI rankings as the route to direct qualification for the 2023 Cricket World Cup.

The previous use of ODI rankings involved intricate calculations and was unbalanced.

In comparison, the Super League has a simple points table and the same number of matches for each team.

[4][5] Facing better competition provided lesser teams with the prospect of better attendance, financial gain and increased popularity of cricket in their countries.

[6] The Super League formed part of the qualification process for the 2023 Cricket World Cup.