England vs India: Joe Root confirms Jos Buttler will play, reclaim vice-captaincy for Manchester Test

India tour of England: Joe Root confirmed that Jos Buttler will be the vice-captain of the side for the 5th Test in Manchester. England added Buttler and left-arm spinner Jack Leach to their squad after the 4th Test.

England captain Joe Root said on Wednesday that Jos Buttler will return to the playing XI for the 5th and final Test against India at Old Trafford in Manchester from September 10. The skipper also confirmed that Buttler will reclaim vice-captaincy from Moeen Ali for the series finale. Jos Buttler missed the 4th Test as he spent time with his family during the birth of his second child. Jonny Bairstow took up the role of the wicketkeeper while Ali was entrusted with vice-captain. Buttler will reclaim the gloves as well as the role of Root's deputy.