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Bethell to become youngest England captain in Ireland T20 series
At 21, Bethell will lead a revamped England T20 squad during a three-match series as regular test players are rested, marking a historic captaincy milestone.
- England named Jacob Bethell as captain for the three-match T20 series against Ireland starting September 17 in Dublin.
- The appointment followed the resting of regular Test players and reflects Bethell's rapid rise and leadership potential.
- The squad includes uncapped fast bowler Sonny Baker, recalled seamers Matthew Potts and Tom Hartley, and key players Jos Buttler and Liam Dawson.
- Selector Luke Wright highlighted Jacob Bethell’s strong leadership abilities demonstrated throughout his time with England squads and noted that the upcoming series against Ireland will serve as a valuable opportunity for him to further enhance these skills.
- Bethell will become England's youngest men's international captain at 21, eclipsing a 136-year-old record held by Monty Bowden.
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Jacob Bethell to make history as youngest England Mens captain in Ireland T20 Series - The Tribune
All-rounder Jacob Bethell has been named to captain England Men for the first time for the IT20 series against Ireland. The 21-year-old is set to become the youngest-ever England Men's captain in an international match when he leads the team in Dublin.
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England announces squads for South Africa, Ireland series; Bethell to become youngest English captain
England announced its travelling squads for the upcoming series against South Africa and Ireland on Friday, revealing that 21-year-old Jacob Bethell will become the nation’s youngest captain in the T20 series against Ireland.
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