Jos Buttler : The 2025 IPL season has already witnessed some breathtaking performances, and Jos Buttler has once again shown why he is one of the most dangerous batters in the tournament’s history. His stunning 73-run knock against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) helped Gujarat Titans (GT) secure a dominant 8-wicket victory at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. With this innings, Buttler has now joined the legendary duo of Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers in an elite IPL record list.
Jos Buttler’s Love Affair with RCB Continues – Joins Gayle & de Villiers in Elite IPL Record List
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Buttler’s Domination Over RCB Continues
Buttler’s innings of 73 off 39 deliveries was packed with five sixes and five fours, showcasing his sheer dominance over RCB. His incredible strike rate of 187.18 made the chase look effortless as GT cruised to victory. With this knock, Buttler entered the elite club of batters who have scored 500+ runs against a single IPL opponent while maintaining an average above 50 and a strike rate of 150+.
Elite IPL Batting Records Against a Single Opponent
| Player | Opposition | Runs | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jos Buttler | RCB | 585 | 53.18 | 158.10 |
| Chris Gayle | PBKS | 797 | 53.13 | 174.78 |
| AB de Villiers | DC | 575 | 57.50 | 161.06 |
Buttler’s consistency against RCB has made him one of their biggest nightmares over the years, much like how Chris Gayle tormented Punjab Kings and AB de Villiers dominated Delhi Capitals in past seasons.
A Strong Start to IPL 2025 for Buttler
Buttler’s form has been exceptional in IPL 2025 after being picked up by GT in the mega auction following his release from Rajasthan Royals. In just three matches, he has already recorded two half-centuries, proving to be a key asset for GT.
In this match, with Shubman Gill falling in the third over, Buttler took his time before accelerating. After scores of 54 and 39 in his previous two innings, he once again reminded everyone of his match-winning abilities despite batting at No. 3 this season.
Buttler’s Humble Reaction to His Heroics
Despite his incredible knock, Buttler admitted he had a moment of embarrassment during the match when he almost fumbled a catch. Speaking at the post-match presentation, he humorously recalled:
“I don’t know, pretty embarrassed. I tried to celebrate in a Herschelle Gibbs style, way too early. We know Salt is a dangerous player. I barely got a glove on it, and it hit me in the chest. So, I was determined to score some runs.”
What’s Next for Buttler & GT?
With GT off to a solid start in IPL 2025 and Buttler in red-hot form, the team will be hoping for more such performances as the tournament progresses. RCB, on the other hand, will need to find a way to break the Buttler curse if they want to turn their season around.
FAQs
How many runs has Jos Buttler scored against RCB in IPL history?
Buttler has scored 585 runs against RCB at an average of 53.18 and a strike rate of 158.10.
Which other players have dominated a single IPL opponent like Buttler?
Chris Gayle (vs PBKS – 797 runs) and AB de Villiers (vs DC – 575 runs) have also tormented single opponents in IPL history.
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