Jacob Bethell Exits Australia Tour Due to Knee Injury

England Batter Jacob Bethell Ruled Out of Australia Tour

New Delhi [India] - November 11: England cricketer Jacob Bethell will not participate in the upcoming white-ball series in Australia after a scan revealed a problem with his right knee. This injury marks another hurdle in his return to competitive cricket following a previous setback during the home summer, as reported by the ICC.

Bethell was included in both the ODI and T20I squads for the tour and was poised to make his first appearance in competitive cricket since July 2026.

However, after evaluating his knee condition, it was determined that the 22-year-old would head back to the UK on Saturday to seek advice from a specialist.

Additionally, Bethell is part of England's lineup for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship series against South Africa, scheduled for 2025-27.

This injury adds to England's challenges in Australia, as fast bowler Josh Tongue was also ruled out earlier.

In response, James Coles and Eddie Jack have been called up to replace Bethell and Tongue in the ODI squad, with both players expected to arrive in Perth by Thursday.

England's white-ball campaign against Australia will kick off with a three-match ODI series, starting in Perth on November 13. The second ODI is set for Adelaide on November 15, followed by the third match in Hobart on November 18.

The teams will then compete in a five-match T20I series, beginning in Melbourne on November 21, with subsequent matches in Carrara on November 24, Brisbane on November 27, Sydney on November 29, and Canberra on December 2.