Buttler looks for form as IPL returns with riches, political rancour and aftermath of tragedy

Former England captain seeks inspiration from the pioneering Kevin Pietersen as he heads a 12-strong contingent of compatriots in 2026’s tournament “I will always be grateful for what the IPL gave me,” Kevin Pietersen tells Jos Buttler. “It gave me a lot of controversy, I earned a lot of money, but it also saved my career because I made trusting relationships that I was able to call upon to give longevity to my career.” The conversation is on Buttler’s podcast, For The Love Of Cricket, releas...

By Taha Hashim