Former England cricketer Stuart Broad believes England captain Jos Buttler will reignite the spark in the fast-paced 20-over Indian Premier League (IPL) despite his performances this season.
As Buttler prepares to lead England’s defense in the T20 World Cup in June, his current struggles with Rajasthan Royals have not been overlooked.
With just 35 runs in three games for the undefeated Royals, Buttler’s form has come under scrutiny. “He’s been a bit more relaxed since the 50s World Cup in India,” Broad said.
Still, Broad is optimistic about the future of his former teammate. “Even though he hasn’t found his form in this tournament, he got two dismissals with some really good bowling. I think this will be a good tournament for him.”
Broad cited Buttler’s synergy with fellow captain Jaiswal as a key factor in Rajasthan’s success.
Reflecting on Buttler’s past performances, Broad acknowledged the conflict, citing a memorable performance in 2023 from the IPL’s Most Valuable Player in 2022. Additionally, Buttler’s struggles ended England’s 50-run World Cup campaign in India last year. premature.
Despite the setbacks, Buttler advocated patience, confident that he would bounce back once he found his rhythm. “I think you have to be patient with him,” he said.
