Jacob Bethell is in doubt for the ICC 2025 Champions Trophy due to an injury. Here, we take a look at the list of three players who could replace Jacob Bethell if he is ruled out of the CT.
1) Tom Banton
For the ongoing series against India, Tom Banton has been called on as the replacement. Hence, he could be the first choice as the replacement.
Tom Banton is more of a top-order batter. However, his recent form has been decent and hence, he merits a chance in the side.
2) Will Jacks could replace Jacob Bethell for the Champions Trophy
Will Jacks is one of the players who could replace Jacob Bethell if he is ruled out of the Champions Trophy. The top-order batter was unlucky to miss out on the final squad.
Nevertheless, he now has a chance. While he is a top-order batter, he can be used in the lower-middle order as a finisher.
3) Sam Curran
In the recent squads being used by Brendon McCullum, there is a lot of scope for bowling all-rounders. However, when it comes to bowling or Brydon Carse or Jamie Overton, there is not much variety.
That said, someone like Sam Curran can bring variety here. He is a left-arm seamer, capable of dishing out the variations. Plus, he is also a left-handed batter, something England lacks in the middle or the lower order.
