Jos Buttler Undergoes Surgery; Set To Be Out Of Action For Long

Jos Buttler undergoes hamstring surgery. [Source - AFP]In a significant development, Jos Buttler has undergone surgery on his left hamstring. The England wicketkeeper-batter confirmed the development on his Instagram handle on Monday.Buttler is set to miss England’s upcoming tour of Australia, dealing a major blow to their white-ball plans. His recovery timeline remains uncertain, with further details awaited.Jos Buttler’s Hamstring Injury Puts Him Out Of Action For MonthsJos Buttler suffered the hamstring injury during England’s ODI series against Sri Lanka while chasing a target of 322 runs in Headingley. He initially retired hurt on 67 but returned to continue batting.Buttler eventually fell for 69 off 49 balls as England lost the match. The injury subsequently ruled him out of the remainder of the ODI series against Sri Lanka, dealing England an early setback.Matt Roller @mroller98 Jos Buttler confirms on Instagram that he has had surgery on his left hamstring - and is therefore set for a long spell on the sidelines Oct 12, 2026, 8:58 PM The 36-year-old has been already ruled out of the upcoming ODI tri-series in Pakistan, which begins on October 18. His absence will extend now to England’s white-ball tour of Australia, featuring three ODIs and five T20Is from November 13.ALSO READJos Buttler Says Brendon McCullum’s Removal As Test Coach A Blessing For EnglandEngland are also scheduled to tour South Africa, with a three-match ODI series in January 2027. Buttler’s availability remains uncertain, but his recovery timeline could put that assignment in doubt, potentially extending his absence across multiple international series.Will Jos Buttler Play In IPL 2027? Jos Buttler’s hamstring surgery has raised doubts over his participation in IPL 2027, which is expected to begin in the second week of March. Gujarat Titans will hope Buttler completes his rehabilitation in time and remains available for the entire tournament. The exact duration of Buttler’s absence remains uncertain, with further details about his recovery awaited. However, he is likely to prioritise a careful rehabilitation process, especially with the 2027 World Cup scheduled for October.Buttler remains a crucial player for England’s white-ball setup and Gujarat Titans. If his recovery progresses well, the explosive batter could return to competitive cricket directly through IPL 2027, provided he regains full fitness.ALSO READRoston Chase Flaunts His Defensive Skills in the Most Challenging Conditions