Jos Buttler in a file photo; Credit:Twitter@josbuttler

Jos Buttler contract 2024: Know everything about his contract length and salary

April 9, 2024April 11, 2024 Dhruv Patel

Jos Buttler is the white-ball skipper. He is great at cricket and leading. He has led England to win many games in short cricket. The 30 year-old plays in an exciting way and stays calm. He is a key part of England’s cricket wins.

He adapts well and hits creatively which makes him strong in short cricket. People praise him at home and worldwide. Off the field, he works hard to stay fit and mentally strong. This sets a good example for his team. As captain, Buttler inspires teammates with his drive and smart plans.

Name	Joseph Charles Buttler
DOB	8 September 1990
Position	Right-handed batsman/ Wicket-keeper
Domestic teams	Somerset (2009-20013) Melbourne Renegades (2013/14) Lancashire (2014-present) Mumbai Indians (2016/17) Comilla Victorians (2017) Sydney Thunder (2017/18-2018/19) Rajasthan Royals (2018-present) Manchester Originals (2021-present) Paarl Royals (2023-present)
International matches	Test Matches: 57 One Day Internationals (ODIs): 181 T20 Internationals: 114
Century	Test (2/18)/ ODI (11/26)/ T20 (1/22)
Wickets	Test Wickets: – ODI Wickets: – T20I Wickets: –
Net worth	$16 million USD (around INR 132 crores)
Salary	£800,000 (INR 8.4 crore approx.)

Early Life

Jos Buttler came into the world on September 8, 1990 in Taunton, Somerset. Early on, attending King’s College, Taunton, his cricketing prowess shone through. Cricket captivated him as a youth, leading him to turn it into a career path. Unusually for a Somerset lad, Manchester City is Buttler’s favored football team.
In October 2017, Buttler got hitched to Louise Webber. English teammates Steven Finn and Alex Hales served as ushers at their nuptials. April 2019 saw the couple welcome their firstborn daughter, Georgia Rose. Then, in September 2021, another daughter, Margot, joined the family.

Buttler’s cricket trip began with great plays for Somerset. He got picked for England’s one-day team in 2012. He moved up the ranks fast. Though his Test start wasn’t smooth, he is now England’s main wicketkeeper for all cricket types. His batting skills shine with big plays. Like his first Test hundred on August 26, 2018. That date is his birthday too.

Playing Style

Jos Buttler is a cricketer who can play aggressively, think innovatively, and adapt in all game types. His batting stance shows he’s confident, powerful. His first century in 2010 was long form – he hit well, with good footwork and seeing which balls to hit. He can score freely. In long games, some wonder if he can defend well. But his daring batting in short games has fans admiring him. He takes charge at the end, plays attacking shots. This makes him dangerous in one-day and Twenty20 matches. His style is risky but effective.

He performs well as a batsman and wicketkeeper as well. Some doubted his wicketkeeping abilities at first. However, Buttler often keeps wickets for England in limited-overs matches. Although improving his wicketkeeping is ongoing, his talent impresses coaches and selectors.

What are Jos Buttler’s contract details?

Jos Buttler, the English cricketer leading the white-ball team, secured his initial multi-year central contract from the England Cricket Board. This deal allows him to play in all formats internationally. The Rajasthan Royals retained Buttler for fifth consecutive time in Indian Premier League (IPL). Moreover, he also plays from the Paarl Royals squad in the newly formed SA20 league.

What is Jos Buttler’s contract duration?

Jos Buttler earned a two-year central contract from the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board). The deal is effective from 2023 to 2025. Additionally, he may extend with the Rajasthan Royals IPL team till 2026, his 36th birthday. The wicketkeeper-batter secures long-term commitments to both his national squad and IPL franchise.

How much Jos Buttler is getting paid?

As per the latest reports, ECB central contracts offer a maximum value of £900,000 (USD $1.2 million) annually. Also, Buttler gets paid a match fee of £14,500 (USD $18,700) for every Test match $20,000 and £4,500 (USD $5,800) for ODI match he plays. He also earns INR 10 crore (USD $1.2 million) from IPL franchise, Rajasthan Royals, for each season. However, these contracts may be renewed or prolonged as the ECB and Rajasthan Royals deems fit.

What are Jos Buttler’s past contracts?

Somerset (2009-20013)
Melbourne Renegades (2013/14)
Mumbai Indians (2016/17)
Comilla Victorians (2017)
Sydney Thunder (2017/18-2018/19)