Jos Buttler resigns as captain

Jos Buttler has resigned as England white-ball captain.

He made his decision after the eight-run loss against Afghanistan in Lahore. 

Buttler spoke with Brendon McCullum, England’s head coach on Thursday when he informed him of his decision.

Buttler’s decision comes after a third consecutive poor performance by England at a global event. 

After losing to Australia and Afghanistan, England have now lost 18 of their past 25 ODIs, going back to the start of the 2023 ODI World Cup.

But, he will lead his country for the final time against South Africa in the Champions Trophy on Saturday
“My over-riding emotions are sadness and disappointment but I’m sure in time that will pass and I’ll get back to really enjoying my cricket,” Buttler said in Lahore. “I’ll be able to reflect on what an immense honour it is to captain your country and all the special things that come with it.

After meek defences of the ODI World Cup and T20 World Cup in the past two years, England have now crashed out of the Champions Trophy at the earliest possible moment.