Who is Jacob Bethell? – All you need to know about RCB’s young all-round sensation (Source – Getty Images)
Jacob Bethell, the 21 year-old batting all-rounder, was snagged by the Royal Challengers Bengaluru for INR 2.60 crore at the 2025 IPL mega auction in Jeddah. Sunrisers Hyderabad initiated the bidding for Bethell, which was understandable given SRH’s head coach Daniel Vettori has previously worked with the Englishman at Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred. However, RCB were quick to enter the fray and ended up acquiring his services.
Bethell, born and raised in Barbados, relocated to England aged 13 after he won a scholarship to the Rugby School. He recenly made his international debut against Australia in the white-ball series. In just his second game, he took Adam Zampa for 20 in an over and played an instrumental part in England’s three-wicket win in a high-scoring contest.
Also Read: ‘Worth investing in’ – Nasser Hussain on Jacob Bethell’s Test call-up
A couple of blazing half-centuries followed in the tour to the West Indies, whre he showed what he was capable of while batting in the middle-order. Recently, Bethell also earned his maiden call-up in the red-ball setup and is set to bat at No. 3 in the first Test against New Zealand, scheduled to commence on November 28.
He recently signed deals with Big Bash League (BBL) franchise Melbourne Renegades and SA20 franchise Paarl Royals. His break came after impressive showings for Warwickshire in the Blast and the Phoenix in The Hundred. Apart from being a terrific finisher, Bethell doubles up as a handy left-arm spinner. He is also an electric fielder in the ring or on the fence.
RCB will be looking to tap into his expertise come the forthcoming season. Bethell will also have the company of fellow English teammates Phil Salt and Liam Livingstone. As far as his commitments to the international setup are concerned,