England captain Jos Buttler's return from calf injury ahead of the T20 World Cup is progressing well

England captain Jos Buttler says things are “going well” as he looks set to be fully fit again for next month’s T20 World Cup. Buttler has not played since August 18 due to a calf injury during the Hundreds. But joined England on the T20 Tour of Pakistan as he was poised to make a comeback. T20 World Cup 2022 fans can buy England Vs Australia Tickets from our website.

The 32-year-old told Sky Sports he was “cautious” with his return, with England still drawing 6 T20-3 for their World Cup opener against Afghanistan in Perth on October 22 in Pakistan. The same number against Australia.

England captain Jos Buttler says things are "progressing well" as he looks set to be fully fit
England captain Jos Buttler says things are “progressing well” as he looks set to be fully fit

Between the two innings of England’s fifth T20I defeat to Pakistan in the seven-game run, Buttler said: “I’m doing well.

“It would be nice to play football, but we are going to be careful as the World Cup approaches.”

“I have a few drinks, add to the load and feel good. I feel like if it’s a World Cup game tomorrow I can play, but I’m a little careful and take my time. I can play like I have to.”

“It’s a very unique situation to watch instead of play here.

“I learn a lot, listen to the team, and watch them do things, see there aren’t as many emotions as when you’re involved and think about what you’re going to do at some point.”

“Voice Captain Moeen Ali is fantastic. I really hope he can lead the team and take responsibility as a captain, and he’s been fantastic – both on the team and on the pitch I’m impressed.”

Buttler will kick off for England in the T20 World Cup, and Harry Brook could also sit in the middle, with the Yorkshireman having had a remarkable finish in every T20 game against Pakistan to date when he was in the midst of defeat time.

Brook made an unbeaten 81 off 35 balls in the third game, including five sixes and nine fours, as England won 221-3 in Karachi.

Buttler added: “Brook gives people a lot of headaches and that’s exactly what you want. The mark of a good team is good guys from outside the XI entering the XI.”

“He has a lot of games, a lot of options. I don’t think he did too much premeditation, he reacts to every ball that comes down.”

“I like how he behaves in the fold. I like the way he does things. He’s calm.”

Sear Mark Wood could prove crucial for England at the World Cup, impressing on Wednesday night with a 3-20 win over four games in Lahore. ICC T20 World Cup 2022 fans can buy England Vs New Zealand Tickets from our website.

Moeen Ali disappointed England's T20 after seeing the second chase against Pakistan
Moeen Ali disappointed England’s T20 after seeing the second chase against Pakistan

The pacer claimed three wickets in each of the two T20s. He played in the Pakistani series and sacked house captain Babar Azam twice.

“I’m happy with Woody,” Buttler said. “He’s a great guy who can be on your team both on and off the field.

“When he has shown great resilience. He has had many injuries but is recovering and getting the job done every time.

“Recently it was fantastic to throw at 150 km/h. anyone who throws at that speed creates chances and mistakes and having a real wicket-keeper is valuable in T20 cricket.”

Moeen: England’s at-bat disappointing

Moeen Ali disappointed England’s T20 after seeing the second chase against Pakistan derail in four days.

The visitors lost a slimmer goal after failing to reach 167 in Karachi and 146 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday.

Moeen tried his best to drag the result back with 51 innings from the captain with no 37 out. But he lost his last battle of wills against debutant sailor Aamer Jamal, who has won five for his side.

Phil Salt, Alex Hales, Ben Duckett and Harry Brook only had 18 points in the top-six implosion. While Dawid Malan had 36 points. Their efforts left Moeen frustrated with a lack of game awareness.

“It’s the most disappointing of all the games we’ve played so far, especially the way we hit the ball,” said Ali.

“Obviously I’m disappointed we didn’t chase those runs. I think we’re a better team than that. You have to see the situation and the conditions of the game. All we need is a partner, a 60-70 running partner Relationships win the game.”

“We want to play against this attacking brand, but you also have to look at the situation and the playing conditions, that sort of thing.”

Buttler and Hales could form an open partnership for England at the T20 World Cup
Buttler and Hales could form an open partnership for England at the T20 World Cup

Jos Buttler talks T20 World Cup opening partnership with returning England star Alex Hales

Jos Buttler and Alex Hales could form an open partnership for England at the T20 World Cup starting next month in Australia and their relationship is in good shape.

Buttler has revealed how he kept in touch with Alex Hales during his three-year exile in England before calling him to rejoin the team. T20 World Cup 2022 fans can buy ICC T20 World Cup Tickets from our website.

An olive branch from the captain could make all the difference. As the duo are likely to form a new open partnership at the T20 World Cup.

Buttler is the non-playing captain of Pakistan due to a calf injury. While Hales has been cautiously reintegrated into the team meaning. They have yet to play together in T20 innings. But the captain believes their good relationship off the pitch will translate into a positive one. As he tries to add more trophies to a career that has been easier than the division.

“I actually just went through a situation where I barely played Alex and saw him very little during that time,” said Buttler. “But we kind of kept the relationship.

“There’s weird information everywhere. But I don’t think I’ve played it once in that time. Maybe this year’s 100 was our first.”

“If it is ultimately me and Alex who start hitting, then that collaboration is crucial, getting to know your partner as best as possible, knowing and being able to work together in midfield and also off the field.”

Alex Hales has glimpsed strength but England could shoot in Friday's Game 6
Alex Hales has glimpsed strength but England could shoot in Friday’s Game 6

“Alex returned to the team after a few years and seemed to have settled in very well. He said it felt like he wanted to return to the family after a long time.”

“We all know that he is a top player. It is clear that he has played well all over the world, especially at the Big Bash in Australia. That was a game in which he played particularly well.”

With 53, 26, 5 and 1 points in his four games to date, Hales has glimpsed strength. But England could shoot in Friday’s Game 6 if they try to take England down 3-2. Lahore’s penultimate game.

Buttler probably won’t play until the pre-World Cup team travels to Australia for three warm-up games. But after losing in this year’s IPL final, he’s focused on trying to fulfil a long-held dream and beat his record.

“Winning those big tournaments with your country is something you dream about,” Buttler added. “As you get older, you know you want to experience these things again.

“I think you let yourself dream about it, and if you ever get close to it in 2016, it would be great.”

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