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Jos Buttler surpasses Chris Gayle on T20 all-time run charts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 8:01 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Jos Buttler surpasses Chris Gayle on T20 all-time run charts

Summary

Jos Buttler has moved to second place on the all-time T20 run charts, surpassing Chris Gayle during a match at Lord's on July 24, 2026. Buttler scored 16 runs off 11 balls, bringing his total to 14,572 runs. Kieron Pollard continues to lead the list with 14,803 runs. This achievement highlights Buttler's resurgence after a challenging 18 months of form, during which he struggled significantly, including a disappointing ICC Men's T20 World Cup. His recent performances in the IPL and for England indicate a return to his best form. Buttler is now just 231 runs away from claiming the top spot in T20 cricket.

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By the Numbers

•Buttler reaches second on all-time T20 runs with 14,572.
•Surpassed Gayle, who now ranks third with 14,562 runs.
•Pollard leads the T20 charts with 14,803 runs.
•Buttler's performance reflects recovery from past struggles.
•He is 231 runs away from the top position.

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8:01 AMYahoo Sports — Jos Buttler scripts history, surpasses Chris Gayle on all-time T20 run charts

What they're saying

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Jos Buttler has climbed to second on the all-time T20 run charts. He surpassed Chris Gayle during a recent match at Lord's. Buttler now trails Kieron Pollard by a narrow margin for the top spot. This milestone follows a period of strong batting form for England's star. He has rediscovered his touch in recent tournaments and matches.
— Yahoo Sports

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