Buttler breaks T20 runs record in Super Giants win

Jos Buttler has etched his name into T20 cricket history as Manchester Super Giants clinched a nine-wicket victory over Welsh Fire in The Hundred. The England all-rounder surpassed Kieron Pollard's record run scorers tally with a stellar display, contributing 51 runs off just 20 balls. Buttler's onslaught commenced with a six off Duan Jansen, followed by three consecutive sixes that propelled him to the top of the all-time T20 runs standings.

In a masterful partnership, Tim Seifert and Paul Walter combined to amass 125 runs for the opening stand, setting the stage for Super Giants to chase down the target with aplomb. Seifert, who hadn't featured since Aiden Markram's withdrawal, played a crucial innings, scoring 37 off 18 balls, including a rapid five boundaries flurry.

The Welsh Fire, led by Phil Salt's resilient 48 from 37 balls, managed to post a competitive 155-4 but fell short when Salt was dismissed in the deep off Josh Tongue. The final act was sealed with Buttler's two more sixes down the ground, leaving Super Giants to celebrate a commendable win that propels them into third place, just four points behind Welsh Fire.