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Jos Buttler Eyes England Return After Poor T20 World Cup With IPL Stint at Gujarat Titans

After a week off in France, he plans to use the IPL to relaunch his case for July selection.

Overview

  • Buttler, 35, conceded he had a poor T20 World Cup, scoring 87 runs in eight innings as England fell to eventual champions India in the semi-finals.
  • He said on his podcast that he wants to play for England again but accepts selection is not his decision.
  • The wicketkeeper-batter remains on an ECB central contract with about 18 months left.
  • He is traveling to India this week to join Gujarat Titans for the IPL season starting March 28.
  • Buttler defended England’s environment and backed T20 captain Harry Brook and coach Brendon McCullum.