Jacob Bethell Injured During IPL Match, Returns to England for Assessment

Jacob Bethell, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter, has suffered a left ring finger injury during an IPL match against Punjab Kings. He will return to England for further assessment ahead of the Test series. Despite his struggles this season, RCB remains in a strong position for the playoffs, having finished at the top of the points table. They are set to face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1, aiming for a spot in the finals. Read on for more details about Bethell's injury and RCB's playoff scenario.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 23, 2026, 22:25 IST

Injury Update on Jacob Bethell

Jacob Bethell, a batter for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has sustained an injury to his left ring finger during the IPL match against Punjab Kings (PBKS). Following the incident, he will be returning to England for further medical evaluation ahead of the upcoming Test series. RCB has expressed their wishes for a swift recovery and successful rehabilitation for the England all-rounder.

Performance Overview of Bethell This Season

Bethell joined the playing XI as a substitute for the injured Phil Salt but faced challenges in matching Salt's performance at the top of the batting order. Throughout the season, he accumulated a total of 96 runs across seven innings, with his best performance being a score of 27 runs off 27 balls against the Mumbai Indians.

RCB's Playoff Position

In their most recent group-stage match, RCB experienced a 55-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Despite this setback, RCB finished at the top of the points table, sharing 18 points with Gujarat Titans (GT) and SRH, but leading due to a superior net run rate. RCB is set to face GT in Qualifier 1 on May 26, where a victory will secure their spot in the final. If they lose, they will have another chance to reach the final through Qualifier 2 against the winner of the Eliminator.