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Jos Buttler Nears Historic 4,000-Run Milestone in T20 Internationals

Jos Buttler stands just 75 runs away from entering the elite 4,000-run club in T20 Internationals. He would become the fourth player and first Englishman to achieve this feat, joining Babar Azam, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli. Buttler recently became England's most-capped cricketer, surpassing James Anderson. The third T20I against Sri Lanka presents his opportunity to reach this milestone with the series already secured for England.

Key Points: Jos Buttler Close to 4,000 T20I Runs Club

  • 75 runs from 4,000 T20I runs
  • Would be first Englishman in the club
  • Currently England's most-capped player
  • Series already won 2-0 vs Sri Lanka
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England's Jos Buttler 75 runs away from becoming 4th player to join 4,000 run club in T20Is

England's Jos Buttler is 75 runs from becoming the 4th batter to score 4,000 T20I runs, joining Babar Azam, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli.

"History awaits England's most-capped cricketer and wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler - Report"

Pallekele, February 2

History awaits England's most-capped cricketer and wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler, as he is just 75 runs away from becoming the fourth player to join the 4,000-run club in T20Is and the first English cricketer to do so ahead of the third T20I against Sri Lanka at Pallekele on Tuesday.

The third T20I between Sri Lanka and England will take place on Tuesday at Pallekele on Tuesday, with the series already in England's pocket by 2-0. In the previous T20I, Buttler had made his 402nd appearance in England colours, becoming their most-capped cricketer in history and overtaking pace legend James Anderson, who enjoyed over two decades of success in the Three Lions set-up.

In the previous match, with a quickfire 39, Buttler had risen over Ireland's Paul Stirling (3,888 runs in 161 matches) to become the fourth-highest run-getter in T20Is. Now, he stands at third spot, with 3,925 runs in 146 matches and 134 innings at an average of 35.36 and a strike rate of over 148, with a century and 28 fifties to his name.

If he makes those 75 runs, he will join Pakistan's Babar Azam (4,505 runs in 139 T20Is), Indian legends Rohit Sharma (4,231 runs in 159 T20Is) and Virat Kohli (4,188 runs in 125 T20Is) in the 4,000-run club in T20Is.

Squads: England Squad: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler(w), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook(c), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Ben Duckett, Luke Wood, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Rehan Ahmed Sri Lanka Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis(w), Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka(c), Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana, Eshan Malinga, Maheesh Theekshana, Pramod Madushan, Kamindu Mendis, Dushmantha Chameera, Kusal Perera, Dhananjaya de Silva.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in India, I watch all the IPL. Buttler's innings for RR are always fireworks. He deserves this milestone. Hope he gets it tomorrow!
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Arjun K
Respect for Buttler, but the article highlights how far ahead our Indian batsmen are. 4000 runs in 125 matches for Virat is a different level altogether. Consistency is key.
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Priya S
He's been a fantastic servant for England. Most capped player too! But honestly, with the amount of T20 cricket being played now, we might see this 4000-run club get crowded soon. The game is evolving so fast.
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Vikram M
Good achievement, no doubt. But let's be real, the quality of bowling in bilaterals vs World Cups is different. The real test is performing in ICC tournaments. Still, 75 runs is just a matter of time for him.
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Kavya N
Exciting to see a wicketkeeper-batter reach these heights! 👏 It shows how the role has changed. From Dhoni to Buttler, they are now expected to be major run-machines, not just behind the stumps.

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