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Happy Birthday Jos Buttler: 6 Incredible Records Of England`s World Cup Winning Captain
As Jos Buttler celebrates his birthday today, the cricketing world takes a moment to recognize the incredible contributions of one of the finest white-ball players in the game. With his explosive batting, tactical acumen, and remarkable leadership, Buttler has cemented his place as a key figure in international cricket. From setting records to leading his team to glory, here’s a look at six of Jos Buttler’s most notable records and achievements in his illustrious career.
T20 World Cup Winning Captain (2022)
In 2022, Buttler became the second England captain to win the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Leading from the front, he guided England to their second T20 World Cup title with composed leadership and outstanding performances, cementing his legacy as one of the finest captains in T20 cricket history.
Most Dismissals By An English Wicketkeeper In T20Is
Buttler’s contributions aren’t limited to his batting. He holds the record for the most dismissals by an English wicketkeeper in T20 Internationals (T20Is), proving his exceptional skill behind the stumps.
2022 IPL Orange Cap Winner
In the 2022 IPL season, Buttler was in scintillating form, scoring 863 runs, including four centuries. His phenomenal batting throughout the tournament earned him the prestigious Orange Cap, awarded to the highest run-scorer in a single season. His dominance with the bat was a highlight of that year's IPL.
Fastest Century By An English Player In ODIs
In 2015, Jos Buttler set the record for the fastest century by an English player in One Day Internationals (ODIs). He achieved this feat off just 46 balls against Pakistan, showcasing his explosive batting prowess and redefining England’s aggressive white-ball approach.
First English Batter To Score Century In All Formats
Jos Buttler became the first English cricketer to score a century in all three formats of the game. His ability to adapt his game to T20, ODI, and Test formats highlights his versatility as a world-class batsman.
ODI World Cup Winner (2019)
Buttler was instrumental in England’s historic 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup triumph. His crucial knock of 59 runs in the final, paired with his wicket-keeping brilliance, helped England win their first-ever ODI World Cup in a thrilling finale against New Zealand. Buttler also played a pivotal role in the super over, where his calm demeanor behind the stumps sealed England's victory in a dramatic fashion.