AthleteWiki
Live
FOOTBALLGarnacho Alejandro Garnacho's Aston Villa future in doubt as permanent...FOOTBALLHenry Thierry Henry Defends His Ballon d'Or Hosting After Controver...FOOTBALLHenry Thierry Henry Addresses Ballon d'Or Backlash and Historic Awa...WRESTLINGOwens Kevin Owens Reportedly Opposes WWE Crown Jewel Trip Amid Secu...UFCPantoja Alexandre Pantoja Drops Flyweight Crown After Five-Round War ...NASCARPetty Richard Petty Criticizes NASCAR Chase Format While Stumping f...FOOTBALLGarnacho Alejandro Garnacho's Aston Villa future in doubt as permanent...FOOTBALLHenry Thierry Henry Defends His Ballon d'Or Hosting After Controver...FOOTBALLHenry Thierry Henry Addresses Ballon d'Or Backlash and Historic Awa...WRESTLINGOwens Kevin Owens Reportedly Opposes WWE Crown Jewel Trip Amid Secu...UFCPantoja Alexandre Pantoja Drops Flyweight Crown After Five-Round War ...NASCARPetty Richard Petty Criticizes NASCAR Chase Format While Stumping f...

Jos Buttler Climbs to Second in All-Time T20I Run Charts

2026-09-21 · Jos Buttler · Player Focus

Jos Buttler has cemented his legacy as one of the greatest short-format batters by surging to second place on the all-time T20I run-scoring list. The England captain achieved the milestone during his side's dominant 2-0 series win over Sri Lanka, which concluded on 19 September 2026 at Emirates Old Trafford.

Jos Buttler's historic climb up the T20I rankings

Buttler's performance in the series propelled him past the legendary Virat Kohli, a former India captain, in the record books. This move into second place globally shows his remarkable consistency and explosive power at the top of the order over a long international career. Only one player, likely India's Rohit Sharma, now sits above him. The achievement is a significant personal landmark that arrived amidst a successful team campaign.

England secure series with commanding performances

Buttler's record-breaking feat was the highlight of a series England controlled from the start. The team secured an unassailable 2-0 lead heading into the third and final T20I in Manchester, rendering that last match a dead rubber. While the final game's outcome was not detailed in the available sources, the series victory was already confirmed. England's aim was to complete a clean sweep, using the last match to maintain momentum and perhaps test squad depth ahead of future challenges on the [fixtures](/fixtures) calendar.

Fantasy cricket spotlight remains on Buttler

Even in a series-deciding match, Buttler's value was undeniable for fantasy cricket managers. Expert tips for the third T20I consistently listed him as a must-have 'keeper pick and a prime candidate for captaincy. His selection in predicted fantasy XIs, often as captain or vice-captain, highlighted his expected role as England's primary run-getter and a player capable of winning a game single-handedly. This fantasy relevance is a direct reflection of his real-world impact and reliability.

  • Jos Buttler is now the second-highest run-scorer in T20I history, surpassing Virat Kohli.
  • England won the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka 2-0 with one game to play on 19 September.
  • Buttler remains a top fantasy cricket asset, frequently recommended as a captaincy pick for his match-winning potential.

The series win and Buttler's individual milestone provide a strong foundation as England build towards future white-ball objectives. His form at the top of the order continues to be the engine of the batting lineup, blending aggressive intent with the experience needed to anchor an innings.

More Jos Buttler news →