Jos Buttler surpassed MS Dhoni on 13 Jul 2026 to become the wicketkeeper with the most sixes in international cricket, finishing with 366 after blasting eight sixes in a 131-run innings against India. The knock came in the fifth T20I at Lord’s, sealing a 4-0 series win for England and marking his highest T20I score.
What happened in Jos Buttler’s record-breaking innings?
Buttler smashed 12 fours and eight sixes in 64 balls, reaching his century in just 51 deliveries. He accelerated after hitting fifty off 34 balls, finishing with a strike rate of 204.68. His explosive performance helped England post 257 for 3, their highest T20I total against India. Harry Brook added 95 not out off 45 balls in a record 233-run second-wicket stand — the highest in men’s T20I history.
Why it matters for Jos Buttler?
This milestone cements Buttler as the most destructive wicketkeeper in global cricket history, surpassing Dhoni’s 359 sixes after a 15-year reign. At 35, he’s defying age norms, delivering match-winning knocks under pressure. His form has revitalized England’s middle order and shifted the balance of power in T20I cricket. The win also ended India’s 1,605-day run as the top-ranked T20I side.
What comes next for Jos Buttler?
With the T20 World Cup looming, Buttler’s form makes him England’s linchpin in the middle overs. His ability to clear the boundary at will forces bowlers into risky lines, opening opportunities for lower-order hitters. England now look to build momentum, with Buttler’s consistency under pressure becoming central to their campaign strategy. His next challenge: maintaining this intensity across formats.
How did the match unfold?
India’s chase collapsed after losing early wickets, with their top order failing to counter Buttler’s aggression. England’s spinners, led by Adil Rashid, restricted India to 201 for 8. The 56-run margin was the largest in the series, and the 4-0 sweep was England’s first over India in a five-match T20I series since 2012. Buttler’s innings was the defining moment — a blend of precision and power that rewrote the record books.