Lancashire snap-up future England talent.
Jos Buttler has been confirmed as a Lancashire player, following the recent departure of former wicket-keeper batsman, Gareth Cross, as the future England talent aims to build upon his, already, stunning career.
Aged just 23-years-old, Buttler has already achieved international recognition, competing in 25 T20 matches and 20 ODI's since making his international debut in August 2011.
The keeper-batsman made his first-class debut against his new county back in 2009 for Somerset, but has struggled to compete for a place in the first eleven on a regular basis, due to the preferred presence of Craig Kieswetter, a fellow competitor for future international duties.
The deal became mutually beneficial for both parties, following the announcement of Gareth Cross' departure, after nine seasons in the first team for a Lancashire side, who recently returned to the first division of the County Championship as champions of the lower tier.
In first-class cricket Buttler has registered over 2,000 runs at an average of 31.73, claiming 82 catches thus far in his career.
Lancashire coach Peter Moores said:"It is great news Jos will be joining us and he will become part of a highly competitive squad. His style of cricket will add value to the team in all formats of the game and his potential as a player is very exciting."
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