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Jacob Bethell: Jacob Bethell kept England in contention as they chased down a record 254-run target at the Wankhede Stadium.
Mumbai : 21 year old boy. India’s world’s best bowling unit seized in his hands!
Varun Chakraborty, popular as the best bowler of the team, gave 64 runs in 4 overs. And England’s Jacob Bethel ruled the Indian bowlers.
Jacob Bethel kept England in the fight as they chased down a record 254-run target at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday. The 21-year-old batsman scored the first century of his T20 International career against a strong Indian bowling attack.
The left-handed batsman reached the century milestone in just 45 balls, which is the second fastest century in T20 World Cup history. He will play for Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2026 season.
1. 33 balls — Finn Allen v South Africa, Kolkata, 2026 Semi-final
2. 45 balls — Jacob Bethel v India, Mumbai (Wankhede Stadium), 2026
3. 47 balls — Chris Gayle v England, Mumbai (Wankhede Stadium), 2016
4. 50 balls — Chris Gayle v South Africa, Johannesburg, 2007
5. 50 balls — Harry Brook v Pakistan, Pallekele, 2026
Many people said that South Africa is the strongest team after India in this World Cup. But in reality, it was seen that the past happened again. As South Africa reached the semi-finals, they showed that they still can’t play under pressure. They lost to New Zealand. Many people are saying again that it is difficult for India to win the trophy in the final. Because New Zealand is the most balanced team in this tournament. As a result, going by their word, the final is going to be difficult for India.
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Mar 05, 2026 11:13 PM IST
Jacob Bethell: England’s 21-year-old boy seized the world’s best bowlers of Team India! Who is this Bethel? He is the surprise in IPL this time
