Jos Buttler Shines with a Half-Century as GT Defeats LSG

Jos Buttler's impressive performance against Lucknow Super Giants marked his return to form, scoring 60 runs and joining the elite 14,000-run club in T20 cricket. In a candid post-match interview, he discussed overcoming recent struggles with technical issues and the importance of family support during the tournament. The match saw GT secure a comfortable victory, with Buttler and Gill leading the chase. Read on for more insights and match details.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 12, 2026, 21:33 IST

Buttler Reflects on Recent Performance

After leading his team to victory against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Jos Buttler shared insights about his recent struggles and technical challenges that affected his game. He marked his return to form by becoming the fifth player to reach the 14,000-run milestone in T20 cricket, scoring 60 runs off 37 balls, including 11 boundaries.

Joy of Scoring Runs Again

During the post-match interview, Buttler commented on his achievement of 14,000 T20 runs, stating, "I’m not really focused on numbers. It’s just nice to be back scoring runs after a tough period."

Navigating Through a Tough Phase

Buttler opened up about his recent lean phase, admitting difficulties in tracking the ball, a concern noted by GT's batting coach, Matthew Hayden. He emphasized the importance of taking time away from the game to reflect and refine his technique. "I had a rough patch recently, but it feels good to contribute to the team's success again. I focused on my fundamentals and identified some technical flaws that were affecting my performance," he explained.

Insights from Hayden

Buttler shared that Hayden's straightforward advice was invaluable. "He asked me how well I was watching the ball, and it was a simple yet effective reminder. Spending time with him has been beneficial, given his experience and presence in the game," he noted.

Family Support in India

Wrapping up the discussion, Buttler expressed his happiness about having his family in India during the tournament. "Having them here is wonderful. The intensity of cricket can be overwhelming, so it's nice to have family around to provide a distraction and support," he concluded.

Match Overview

In the match summary, GT currently holds the fifth position in the standings with two wins and two losses, totaling four points. LSG has dropped to sixth place with the same record. Batting first, LSG managed to score 164 runs for 8 wickets, with Aiden Markram being the only player to score over 20 runs (30 off 21 balls). GT successfully chased down the target, thanks to fifties from Gill (56 off 40 balls) and Buttler (60 off 37 balls), winning by seven wickets with eight balls remaining.