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Jos Buttler Ruled Out of Pakistan ODI Series Due to Hamstring Injury
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News18•28-09-2026, 23:25
Jos Buttler Ruled Out of Pakistan ODI Series Due to Hamstring Injury
- •Jos Buttler will miss England's upcoming ODI series in Pakistan after sustaining a hamstring injury during the match against Sri Lanka at Headingley.
- •The wicketkeeper-batter was forced to retire hurt but returned to the crease despite discomfort, and was subsequently left out of England's victory over Sri Lanka at The Oval.
- •Buttler's absence extends to the tri-series involving England, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in October as he continues his recovery, with no clear timeline for his return.
- •England limited-overs coach Brendon McCullum confirmed Buttler will not travel to Pakistan, acknowledging the disappointment but also seeing it as an opportunity for the team.
- •Jordan Cox is expected to get another opportunity behind the stumps, having made an immediate impact with 76 off 52 deliveries in his return to England's ODI side against Sri Lanka at The Oval.
Key Questions Answered
Jos Buttler has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series in Pakistan after suffering a hamstring injury during England's match against Sri Lanka at Headingley.
England limited-overs coach Brendon McCullum confirmed that there is currently no clear timeline for Jos Buttler's return from his hamstring injury.
Jordan Cox is expected to get another opportunity behind the stumps for England following his impressive 76-run performance against Sri Lanka at The Oval.
