Jos Buttler looks back at England’s early exit from ICC Champions Trophy 2025
England” White Ball Captain, Butler’s caseexpressing his disappointment after the early elimination of the team ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Their campaign ended with a broken heart after an eight-run defeat Afghanistan Wednesday in Lahore. This shows the third ICC tournament under Butler’s leadership, where England has failed to advance past its early stages. 2023 ODI World andP in India and 2024 T20 World Cup in united states of america.
Jos Butler on missed opportunities and praise for Joe Root
Looking back at the defeat, Butler admitted that England had not used any key moments. He praised Joe RootA great century that kept his team hunting while chasing Afghanistan’s 326. Ibrahim Zadran. Despite the effort on the route and a slow surge from Jamie Overton, the UK was short and bowled at 317 with just one ball remaining.
“It’s a shame we got knocked out early from the tournament. We had chances in the game, but we didn’t take them. Root played incredible innings and needed one of the top six batters to be with him. The final 10 overs were a bit off from us. Ibrahim’s achievement, he played some great innings. 113 of the last 10 pushed them up to a very good score on that pitch.” Butler said in his post-game presentation.
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Butler opens in a personal form
Butler also approached the struggle in his own form, acknowledging that his performance did not meet expectations. He praised his consistency and ability to handle pressure at key moments.
“He (Root) is a great player in all formats and showed how to handle pressure. His ODI records are amazing. If you know that I won’t play like I am, just like I am one of the best players in the world, it would be a shame if you don’t play. I don’t want to make an emotional decision.” He added.