England White-Ball Captain Jos Buttler Changes Name to Josh in April Fool’s Prank Video

England white-ball Captain Jos Buttler made headlines on Monday with a hilarious video posted by the England Cricket Board (ECB), sparking speculation of an April Fool’s prank. In the video titled ‘official statement,’ Buttler announced a surprising decision to change his first name to Josh, citing years of frustration over people mispronouncing his name.

The video opens with Buttler humorously recounting instances of his name being misspelled and mispronounced, even by his own mother. “Hi there. I’m England white ball captain Jos Buttler. But for my entire life, I’ve been called the wrong name,” Buttler quipped, sharing anecdotes of being addressed as Josh in birthday cards and even having his MBE medal engraved incorrectly.

After two World Cup victories and over a decade representing his country, Buttler declared, “To solve the problem once and for all, I am officially Josh Buttler.” The video concluded with a comedic twist as the producer mistakenly called him Jos instead of Josh, prompting Buttler to comically throw away his pen in mock frustration.

Currently playing for Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League, the 33-year-old cricketer is gearing up to lead England in the upcoming T20 World Cup. Buttler’s instrumental role in England’s T20 World Cup triumph in 2022 showcased his leadership skills, both on the field and with the bat.

As England prepares to defend their title in the Caribbean, fans will be eagerly watching Buttler’s performance with the Royals for clues on his form and readiness for the upcoming tournament. Whether the name change is a genuine decision or a clever April Fool’s prank, Buttler’s charisma and talent continue to captivate cricket enthusiasts worldwide.