Following his impressive performance of 60 runs off just 37 balls against the Lucknow Super Giants, Jos Buttler acknowledged the significant influence of Matthew Hayden, the former Australian cricket star, on his recent resurgence after a disappointing T20 World Cup with England. Hayden, known for his formidable batting skills, has been appointed as the batting coach for the Gujarat Titans.<\/p>\n
Buttler recounted that a pivotal moment in their early interactions was a straightforward yet impactful question posed by Hayden. \u201cHe asked me during one of our initial sessions, \u2018How well are you watching the ball? It doesn\u2019t seem like you\u2019re tracking it effectively.\u2019 It\u2019s remarkable how great players can offer such simple yet profound advice. He\u2019s been a tremendous help,\u201d Buttler shared with JioHotstar following the Titans’ seven-wicket victory over the Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.<\/p>\n
He expressed his enjoyment in working with Hayden, noting the coach’s commanding presence and the respect he commands when he speaks. \u201cHe has a significant presence, and when he talks, you pay attention,\u201d Buttler remarked.<\/p>\n
During the recent T20 World Cup, Buttler struggled, accumulating just 87 runs across eight innings, averaging 10.87 with a strike rate of 116.00. He mentioned that taking some time away from the sport contributed to his batting improvement. \u201cHaving a little distance from the game allowed me to reflect, and things started to click for me,\u201d he explained in the post-match interview.<\/p>\n
Buttler emphasized that he had concentrated on refining his fundamentals during his time in the IPL. \u201cI believe a few technical flaws may have hindered my ability to see the ball clearly. It\u2019s challenging to perform well when you\u2019re not picking up the ball effectively. Thus, I focused on my pre-delivery routine and trusting my instincts. After playing for 15 years, I know how to approach the game,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n
Additionally, he highlighted the positive impact of having his family accompany him throughout the IPL season. \u201cWith the intensity and busyness of cricket, it\u2019s refreshing to have them here. It provides a welcome distraction from the game and allows me to spend quality time with them,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\n
For the latest updates on IPL 2026, including the points table, team information, match schedules, top run-scorers, and wicket-takers, along with live cricket score updates for all matches, stay tuned for more sports news and cricket updates.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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