Wed Jan 29 04:51:47 UTC 2025: ## Buttler Lauds Rashid’s Crucial Role in England’s T20 Victory Over India
**Rajkot, India:** England captain Jos Buttler heaped praise on spinner Adil Rashid after their thrilling 27-run victory over India in the third T20I at Rajkot on Tuesday. Buttler credited Rashid’s performance as a key factor in their win, describing him as a lucky addition to the team and highlighting his ability to bowl with variations.
England restricted India to 145 runs in pursuit of 172, with Rashid delivering an outstanding spell of 4 overs, conceding only 15 runs and taking the key wicket of Tilak Varma (18) with a clean bowled dismissal. This crucial wicket proved to be a turning point in the match.
Buttler also commended the all-around team performance, praising the bowling unit’s consistency and the valuable late-innings contribution from Rashid and Mark Wood with the bat. He highlighted Jofra Archer’s return to form and Ben Duckett’s quality innings. Buttler concluded by emphasizing the team’s strong performance, supported by favorable pitch conditions and skillful execution.
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