Jos Buttler Returns from Injury – T20 Blast Comeback
Jos Buttler, the England T20 captain, is poised to make a much-anticipated return to competitive cricket in the T20 Blast quarterfinal. Jos Buttler returns from injury that has sidelined him since England’s semifinal loss in the T20 World Cup against India in June.
Injury and Recovery
Buttler was originally slated to participate in The Hundred tournament but was forced to withdraw due to a calf injury sustained during his preparations. Jos Buttler’s injury and recovery became a major focus as it prevented him from playing for the Manchester Originals in the second edition of the competition.
However, the England captain has been diligently working on his recovery and is now ready to take the field for Lancashire in their T20 Blast quarterfinal clash against Sussex on September 4. His participation will be subject to a final fitness assessment.
Jos Buttler Returns back to Training after Injury
Buttler has been actively engaged in training sessions, working closely with England physio Craig de Weymarn. He has shared updates on his progress on social media, expressing his eagerness to return to action after the frustrating setback.
Lancashire’s Plans
Lancashire coach Dale Benkenstein has confirmed that the team is optimistic about Buttler’s availability for the quarterfinal. He emphasized the England star’s keenness to play and the team’s willingness to wait until the last moment to make a decision. Jos Buttler returns from injury at such a key time, fitting well into Lancashire’s plans.
“That’s looking really positive. We should have everyone fit for the quarter-finals. Jos has been doing a lot of rehab. I’ve been in contact with him and he’s very keen to play. We are happy to leave it down to the last day,” Benkenstein said.
England’s Upcoming Series
After the T20 Blast, Jos Buttler will rejoin the England squad for the upcoming T20I series against Australia. His return will be a significant boost to the team’s hopes of success in the series, especially given that Jos Buttler returns from injury with renewed vigour.
Lancashire’s Quarterfinal Prospects
In addition to Jos Buttler’s potential return, Lancashire will also have other key players available for the quarterfinal, including Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, and Liam Livingstone. With Jos Buttler returning from injury, the team will be aiming to make a strong push for the T20 Blast title.
