Jos Buttler Could Miss England duty until September

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler could remain out of international cricket until September 2027 following surgery  for a serious hamstring injury, putting his preparations for the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup in doubt.

The 36-year-old suffered a severe tear in his left hamstring during an ODI against Sri Lanka at Headingley in September. Following surgery, he faces at least 12 weeks of rehabilitation and is determined to avoid rushing his recovery.

Buttler has already been ruled out of England’s ODI tri-series in Pakistan and the upcoming tour of Australia. He is also doubtful for England’s ODI series against South Africa in January, with a possible return during the SA20 tournament his initial target.

After the SA20, Buttler is expected to feature in the Indian Premier League with Gujarat Titans. However, the tournament could clash with England’s five-match ODI series against Pakistan scheduled for May 15–26.

If he misses both international assignments, his next opportunity to represent England could come in September 2027 against New Zealand, shortly before the ODI World Cup in South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.

The England star is currently wearing a leg brace and has only recently started making small movements following surgery. He has stressed that his priority is a complete recovery rather than an early return, with the aim of coming back stronger for the challenges ahead.