Champions Trophy 2025: RCB player ruled out for England, ex-KKR batter named as replacement

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England all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a hamstring injury.

The announcement was made via Sky Sports on Sunday (February 9), confirming that Bethell will miss the remainder of England's white-ball tour of India and the prestigious Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

Bethell, who has been a rising star in the cricketing world, was expected to showcase his talent on the international stage. Known for his fluent left-handed batting and versatility in various roles, Bethell had made a name for himself since his international debut on a cold Friday night in Cardiff.

He was bought for RCB in the IPL 2025 mega auction and it can be a big blow for them as well.

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, set to be held in Pakistan, was anticipated to be a platform for emerging talents like Bethell to shine. The tournament, which had been absent since 2017, was making a comeback, adding to the disappointment of Bethell's absence.

As for replacements, questions have been raised by fans on social media, with one user asking if there is a reserve list or if England could call in a player of their choice. The absence of Bethell from the squad has also led to discussions on potential replacements, and ECB has named former KKR player Tom Banton into the side for the 3rd ODI in Ahmedabad.