Jos Buttler Steps Down as England's White-Ball Captain After Champions Trophy Exit

England's early tournament elimination caps a challenging tenure for Buttler, marked by declining team form and personal struggles with the bat.

England's white-ball cricket team was eliminated from the Champions Trophy after a seven-wicket loss to South Africa, marking their third consecutive ICC tournament failure.
Jos Buttler announced his resignation as captain prior to the match, ending a two-and-a-half-year tenure defined by inconsistent performances and a 15-21 ODI record over the past two years.
Buttler's form as a batter declined during his captaincy, with his ODI average dropping to 27 and his strike rate diminishing significantly since 2023.
Key challenges during Buttler's leadership included England's focus on T20 cricket, a lack of competitive domestic 50-over tournaments, and frequent rotation policies that disrupted team consistency.
Harry Brook, England's vice-captain, is widely considered the leading candidate to succeed Buttler, although no official decision has been announced by coach Brendon McCullum or the ECB.