The England National Cricket Team has suffered a massive injury setback ahead of their Australia tour, as young all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series.

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed the setback on Wednesday (November 11) after Bethell underwent a scan on his right knee. Read Also: Surrey's Lee Fortis saga ends in exit after ECB row and Gautam Gambhir controversy.

Jacob Bethell and Josh Tongue ruled out of Australia ODIs

Jacob Bethell’s knee injury has forced the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) selectors to make changes to their ODI squad. Apart from Bethell, England fast bowler Josh Tongue has also been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series in Australia after suffering an injury to his left big toe.

The ECB confirmed that Tongue will now travel back to the UK, where he will undergo further medical checkups and receive the required treatment.

The England board also announced that James Coles and Eddie Jack have been named as replacements for Bethell and Tongue in the ODI squad for Australia tour.

The ECB said in an official statement: “Wishing you well, Jacob 🙌. Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the white-ball tour of Australia following a scan on his right knee. James Coles and Eddie Jack have been called into the ODI squad as replacements for Jacob Bethell and Josh Tongue.”

Wishing you well, Jacob 🙌 Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the white-ball tour of Australia following a scan on his right knee. James Coles and Eddie Jack have been called into the ODI squad as replacements for Jacob Bethell and Josh Tongue. https://t.co/bW351jhnOu

— England Cricket (@englandcricket) November 11, 2026

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