Jobaaj Stories
Jacob Bethell, an English all-rounder, played a great innings in the Big Bash League (BBL) on Tuesday. He scored his first-ever half-century for Melbourne Renegades in their match against Hobart Hurricanes at the Bellerive Oval stadium.
Match Summary:
The Renegades were asked to bat first but got off to a rough start. They lost three wickets for just 23 runs during the PowerPlay. However, Bethell stepped up and helped his team recover. He built good partnerships with Tim Sifert and captain Will Sutherland.
Bethell scored 87 runs off 50 balls, hitting 8 fours and 4 sixes. His innings ended in the first ball of the final over when Mitch Owen ran him out with a direct hit. With Bethell’s help, the Renegades set a target of 154/7 in their 20 overs.
look at Bethell’s performance:
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bethell | 87 | 50 | 8 | 4 |
Bethell’s IPL Connection:
Bethell’s performance in the BBL has caught the attention of the Indian Premier League (IPL). He was bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for Rs. 2.6 crore during the IPL mega auction in Saudi Arabia. RCB hopes Bethell can fill the gap left by all-rounders Glenn Maxwell and Will Jacks, who were not kept by the team after the 2024 season.
Bethell is known for his aggressive batting. He has a strike rate of 167.96 in T20 internationals, and he can bat in both the top and middle order. He is also known for being a good finisher in One Day Internationals (ODIs).
International Career:
Bethell made his debut in both T20I and ODI formats in September last year against Australia. He impressed by scoring two not-out half-centuries in the series against the West Indies. This has made him a promising player in international cricket.
Jacob Bethell is definitely a player to watch. Fans are excited to see how he performs in the IPL and future BBL matches.
