A Star is Born. Bethell Changes England's Ashes Picture
England finally have something to smile about.
On Day Four of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, Jacob Bethell produced one of the moments of the series — a maiden Test hundred that brought belief, balance, and more than a few raised eyebrows in the commentary box.
In this episode of Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy and former England wicketkeeper Geraint Jones break down why Bethell’s innings felt different, how it shifted the mood around the team, and what it means for England’s selections going forward — with a few laughs along the way about comparisons, confidence, and the inevitable…
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