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Time of India
20 hours ago
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG 5th Test: Who is Jacob Bethell, meet England all-rounder born in the Caribbean
Jacob Bethell of England (Photo by) Jacob Bethell is stepping into the spotlight as he takes the field for England in the all-important fifth Test against India at The Oval. With the series finely poised and injuries sidelining several senior stars including regular captain Ben Stokes , Bethell's inclusion marks a significant moment for both the player and the team. At just 21 years old, Bethell is seen as part of a new wave for English cricket, chosen for his all-round skills and composure under pressure. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! In just three Test matches so far, he has already made a solid impression. Bethell has scored 260 runs at an average of 52, including three half-centuries, and has also chipped in with three wickets. It's a small but promising sample that has clearly given England confidence in his ability to perform at this level. India vs England 5th Test Preview: Can Shubman Gill's India level the series at The Oval? Born in Barbados in 2003, Jacob comes from a family where cricket is practically a tradition, and his early days on the island set the stage for a remarkable rise. After moving to England at age 12 and earning a scholarship to Rugby School, he quickly caught attention with his fearless batting and handy left-arm spin. Jacob's journey through the ranks was filled with standout school performances and praise from cricketing legends, all while staying refreshingly grounded. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mini House for 60 sqm for Seniors with Toilet and Bath (Price May Surprise You) Pre Fabricated Homes | Search Ads Search Now Undo Earlier this year, Bethell was part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad in the IPL. He hit a memorable half-century during the tournament and made a name for himself with his attacking batting. That experience in high-pressure matches could come in handy now, especially as he faces some of the same Indian bowlers again. This isn't just another game for Jacob Bethell. It's a big moment. A chance to show what he's made of. England fans will be hoping he grabs it with both hands. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
News18
a day ago
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- News18
'Cricketing World Will Get To See A New Superstar': Ravi Ashwin Pips English Youngster For Greatness
Last Updated: English skipper Ben Stokes is set to miss the conclusive Test at The Oval, and English youngster Bethell could take his captain's place in the lineup. Ahead of the fifth and final Test between India and England, former Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin touted the emergence of English all-rounder Jacob Bethell as a force to be reckoned with. English skipper Ben Stokes is set to miss the conclusive Test at The Oval, and English youngster Bethell could take his captain's place in the lineup. Ravi Ashwin 'We'll get to see a cricketing superstar in the 5th Test. I have no doubt he'll become one – yes, I'm talking about Jacob Bethell. I truly believe he's an exceptional talent: brilliant with the bat and handy with his left-arm bowling."Anna ykb @ashwinravi99 ❤️🫶 — Vinay (@yaarkyakaruu) July 31, 2025 'The cricketing world will get to see a new superstar in the 5th Test," Ashwin said on a podcast. 'I have no doubt he'll become one – yes, I'm talking about Jacob Bethell," the 38-year-old said. 'I truly believe he's an exceptional talent," he opined. Ashwin went on to laud the overall abilities of the 21-year-old English lad stating, 'Brilliant with the bat and handy with his left-arm bowling." The series inclines towards the hosts as England lead 2-1 at the end of four Tests, as the visitors look to pull off a series draw with a win at The Oval. England opened the series on a positive note as they registered a 5-wicket win at the Headingley, before the tourists pegged their opponents back with a historic 336-run triumph over the English unit at Edgnaston. The hosts pulled ahead in the series yet again with their 22-run victory at the fabled Lord's, before the fourth Test at Old Trafford finished in a draw. Indian skipper Shubman Gill has been in imperious touch in the series and has received support from other seasoned batters including the likes of KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja to name a few. The maverick Pant, however, will be unavailable for the fifth Test following the fractured right foot he sustained in the Manchester Test, and N Jagadeeshan has been named as the southpaw's replacement in the squad. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Former CSK pacer spotted training with Team India ahead of 5th Test in England; video goes viral
Team India ahead of 5th Test in England (AP Photo) As the Indian team gears up for the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England, preparations are in full swing at The Oval, where the high-stakes clash begins on July 31. With the series currently standing at 2-1 in England's favour, India must win to level the series and avoid a disappointing defeat. However, Team India is dealing with multiple injury setbacks. Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the game, while wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been ruled out due to a toe fracture. In response, the selectors have roped in Narayan Jagadeesan as a batting cover. Amid these concerns, a familiar face returned to the Indian camp during their practice session — Deepak Chahar. The former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) pacer, who has not featured in the Indian Test squad before, was seen training with the team, though not in official kit. reporter Sahil Malhotra shared a video showing Chahar with the squad. Watch: The series has been a dramatic contest so far. England drew first blood with a five-wicket win in the opening Test, but India roared back with a stunning victory in the second match at Edgbaston. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AirSense 11 – Smart tech for deep sleep ResMed Buy Now Undo The hosts took the third Test, while the fourth ended in a rain-affected draw at Manchester. With the series hanging in the balance, both sides are feeling the pressure. England, led by Ollie Pope in Ben Stokes' absence (shoulder injury), has named its playing XI, making four changes. Stokes, Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse, and Liam Dawson are out, replaced by Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Josh Tongue, and Gus Atkinson. All eyes now turn to The Oval, where India, under Shubman Gill's leadership, must fight to finish strong. England's XI: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Jamie Overton, Josh Tongue Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
ABC News
a day ago
- Sport
- ABC News
Ben Stokes out of England's fifth Test against India with shoulder injury
England captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out of the fifth and final Test against India with a right shoulder injury. Ollie Pope will replace Stokes as captain for the conclusion to the action-packed series at The Oval in London, with 21-year-old Jacob Bethell returning to the batting line-up for the first time this year. Play begins on Thursday night (AEST), with India trailing 2-1 in the series and needing a win to draw. Stokes said he expected to be sidelined for up to seven weeks, which should in no way impact his participation in the Ashes in Australia this summer. The 34-year-old said after the drawn fourth Test he was "very unlikely" to miss the Anderson-Tendulkar finale, but on match-day eve said it was too risky to play. "It is one of those of weighing up the risk-reward, and the risk was way too high for damaging this any further than it currently is," he said. "I wouldn't expect to put any of my players at risk with an injury like this. Once this series is done, I was feet up anyway, [so] it doesn't really make too much difference to what I've got from the end of the series up until the [English] winter." The first Test against Australia starts in Perth on November 21 and England will be counting on Stokes to help win back the urn from Australia for the first time since 2015, and win their first series in Australia since 2011. Stokes was named player of the match in last week's drawn fourth Test, taking six wickets against India with some hostile and accurate spells, and scoring his long-awaited 14th Test century, over two years since his last. He said after the game he told his players "pain is just an emotion" but bowling long spells clearly took its toll on Stokes, in his first series back from a torn hamstring, battling a biceps issue and clutching at his right shoulder repeatedly. England is also resting seamers Jofra Archer — who only recently returned to Test cricket after more than four years out — and Brydon Carse, while spinner Liam Dawson was left out in one of four changes. Gus Atkinson returns to bolster England's attack, along with Jamie Overton and Josh Tongue rounding out an inexperienced pace trio to back up Chris Woakes. The fourth Test ended with tensions between the teams, with Stokes saying his opposite number Shubman Gill should have accepted his offer of a draw with the match heading toward an inevitable stalemate. But Gill chose to wait until Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar — whose watchful and stubborn long partnership helped save the Test — had completed their centuries. In the lead-up to the final match, India head coach Gautam Gambhir clashed with the Oval's lead curator, Lee Fortis. AP
The Independent
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Independent
Stand-in captain Ollie Pope hopes to finish job Ben Stokes started against India
Stand-in England captain Ollie Pope hopes to finish the job Ben Stokes started by sealing a series win over India. A badly torn shoulder muscle meant Stokes had to admit defeat in his battle to be fit for the decider at the Kia Oval, handing over the reins – and a 2-1 lead – to his deputy. As well as filling the leadership void, Pope will have to make up for the absence of Stokes the all-rounder. The 34-year-old picked up player-of-the-match honours in each of the last two Tests and his competitive edge will be a big miss for a side built in his image. Pope, who stood in for four matches last year, is a quieter and less-combative character but has his eyes on the prize. 'It's gutting he's missing the final Test, he'd love to be out there. But the impact he's had on this series with both bat and ball has been awesome,' he said. 'When you've got a cricketer like Ben, you're going to miss them, but we appreciate everything he's done this series and hopefully we can do him proud this week.' Stokes' lay-off means a first appearance for the year for Jacob Bethell, who announced himself as a rising star in New Zealand last December and has since put in some exciting performances in the white-ball arena. Initially seen as a rival for Pope's spot at three, he will now slot in at six and offer some overs of left-arm spin with Liam Dawson dropped from the XI. 'I think everyone knows the skills he's got, everyone saw him smack it in the T20s and one-dayers,' said Pope. 'He's shown he can click straight into Test match mode as he did in New Zealand so that's really exciting. With his personality he'll be pretty excited for the opportunity to try and help us win a series.' Pope's only defeat during his previous stint in charge came at the Oval – where Sri Lanka sprung a surprise in a dead rubber – and he now has the chance to put that right at his home ground. 'I was trying to learn on the job. Last summer was pretty much the first time I've done it for more than one game in professional cricket,' he said. 'I've got some good things to look back on, what worked well and what I could have improved on. I know this ground well and how this pitch plays. 'It's about using what I know about these conditions to make good cricketing decisions.'
