Buttler ruled out of Pakistan tour due to hamstring injury
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 11:04 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Jos Buttler will not participate in the upcoming tour of Pakistan due to a hamstring injury. England head coach Brendon McCullum confirmed that wicketkeeper Jamie Cox will be given an extended opportunity in Buttler's absence as the team prepares for the upcoming World Cup. The injury places Buttler's availability for the Australia series in doubt. McCullum emphasized the importance of Cox stepping up as England looks to adjust ahead of major tournaments.
- •Jos Buttler out of the Pakistan tour due to a hamstring injury.
- •Brendon McCullum confirmed Jamie Cox will play in Buttler's absence.
- •Cox will have an extended opportunity with the team.
- •Buttler's status for the Australia series is uncertain.
- 11:04 AMESPNcricinfo — Buttler out of Pakistan tour, and doubt for Australia, after hamstring injury
"McCullum says Cox will be given extended opportunity in veteran's absence, ahead of World Cup
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