Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) youngster Jacob Bethell announced his arrival on the global stage with a stunning half-century for England in their narrow four-run victory over Nepal at the T20 World Cup. Bethell, who was making his T20 World Cup debut, played a crucial role in stabilizing the innings after England lost opener Phil Salt early. The left-handed batter smashed 65 runs off just 35 deliveries, an innings laced with four fours and four sixes, providing the necessary acceleration alongside captain Harry Brook to push England to a competitive total of 184/7. His performance was instrumental in ensuring England survived a late scare from Nepal. This breakout knock highlights the immense potential RCB identified in the young English talent. Delivering such a high-impact performance under World Cup pressure suggests Bethell is ready to translate his form into the IPL environment, offering a glimpse of the firepower he can bring to the Royal Challengers Bangalore batting lineup in future seasons.
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“Bethell, who also was making his T20 World Cup, scored 65 runs in 35 balls, which included four fours and as many sixes.”
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“Bethell, who also was making his T20 World Cup, scored 65 runs in 35 balls, which included four fours and as many sixes.”