England suffer another injury setback as Bethell prepares to return to the UK for specialist consultation following a scan on his right knee.
England batter Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia after suffering another injury setback during his comeback from a previous injury.
Bethell had been named in England’s One-Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) squads and was preparing to return to competitive cricket for the first time since July 2026.
However, following a scan on his right knee, England decided to withdraw him from the tour. With a busy winter schedule ahead, the 22-year-old will return to the UK on Saturday to consult a specialist.
Bethell is also part of England’s Test squad for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 series against South Africa.
His withdrawal marks England’s second injury setback since arriving in Australia, with fast bowler Josh Tongue also ruled out.
James Coles and Eddie Jack have been called up to the ODI squad as replacements for Bethell and Tongue. Both players are expected to arrive in Perth on Thursday.
Australia vs England white-ball schedule
ODI series
• November 13: Perth
• November 15: Adelaide
• November 18: Hobart
T20I series
• November 21: Melbourne
• November 24: Carrara
• November 27: Brisbane
• November 29: Sydney
• December 2: Canberra