Jos Buttler scripts history, becomes the first wicketkeeper to…
Times of India
by TOI SPORTS DESKFebruary 14, 2026
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Jos Buttler made history by becoming the first wicketkeeper-batter to reach 4,000 runs in T20 Internationals during England's match against Scotland in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Achieving this milestone in just 2,670 balls, he surpassed Rohit Sharma's previous record, making him not only the quickest but also the first wicketkeeper to reach such a feat. The moment occurred during England's chase of 153, with Buttler completing his runs on the fourth ball of the second over. This achievement was even more special as it marked his 150th T20I appearance for England, making him one of only five players worldwide to reach this milestone.
Buttler's brief stay at the crease ended shortly after his record-breaking moment when he was dismissed for three runs off four balls by Brad Currie. Despite this dismissal, Buttler remains a standout performer in T20Is, joining an elite group that includes Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Babar Azam as the fourth cricketer to cross the 4,000-run mark. Since his debut against India in 2011, he has amassed over 4,000 runs at an impressive average of above 35 and a strike rate of 148, with 28 half-centuries and a highest score of 101.
As the only wicketkeeper in T20I history to surpass 4,000 runs, Buttler’s achievement underscores his exceptional skills as both a batter and a wicketkeeper. Widely regarded as one of England's finest white-ball players, he holds the record as his nation's leading run-scorer in T20Is, significantly outpacing Eoin Morgan's tally of 2,458 runs. His impact extends beyond international cricket, making him a prized asset in global T20 leagues.
This milestone is not just a personal triumph for Buttler but also sets a new benchmark in the history of T20 cricket. It highlights his consistency and adaptability across formats and reinforces
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/14/2026