The IPL 2024 has entered the final week of the league phase, and as many as seven teams are still in the race for the last three spots in the top four.
Amidst this, social media users are sharing a claim stating that Rajasthan Royal’s Jos Butler has said, “I’m happy. I would never choose the IPL over my country. because everyone knows that we all play IPl just for money and fun”
Fact Check
We investigated the viral claim. On investigation we found a media report by Sports Now which mentioned that opening batter Jos Buttler has returned home to England. The England team is set to play Pakistan in a four-match T20I series on May 22 in the build-up to the 2024 T20 World Cup as he will lead England in their title defense in 2024.
Moreover, The RCB pair of Reece Topley and Will Jacks have also left their camp, as has Liam Livingstone from the Punjab Kings. Sam Curran, Jonny Bairstow, and Moeen Ali are also expected to depart soon for England squad against Pakistan.
Conclusion
Thus, from the fact check it is clear that the viral claim is misleading. Jos Butler is leaving IPL to Play T20 series in England. He has not said any such statement regarding his IPL exist.
DFARC Analysis: Misleading
