The discussion was sparked by former England captain Sir Alastair Cook, who suggested that young batter Jacob Bethell should leave the Royal Challengers Bengaluru camp and play County Cricket.

Royal Challengers Bangalore opener Jacob Bethell will return to England to tend to a left ring finger injury that he sustained while playing in IPL 2026.

Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan has urged Jacob Bethell to leave the Royal Challengers Bengaluru camp and return to England if he is not first-choice to play the remaining matches.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru opener Jacob Bethell dropped his gold chain while losing his wicket during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Jacob Bethell has finally broken his silence on the debate surrounding whether he should prioritise the England County Championship or IPL 2026.

AB de Villiers surprised many by drawing comparisons between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and RCB's Jacob Bethell.

Former England captain Alastair Cook sparked a heated debate recently, claiming that youngster Jacob Bethell should return to County cricket due to a lack of playing time with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Currently in his second year with the franchise, the 23-year-old from England reflected on his journey from Barbados.

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