England star JACOB BETHELL opens up on the injury nightmare that sidelined him for three months, the unusual recovery methods that added 2cm to his legs... and his mission to reclaim the Ashes

Sat in the corner of Edgbaston’s home dressing room, Jacob Bethell is reflecting on an imminent return to the scene of what is arguably his most impressive innings to date. Within a six-month period running from September 2025 to March 2026, the Warwickshire left-hander struck hundreds in each of the three international formats. Only India ’s Shubman Gill, at a fortnight quicker, has managed the feat in a shorter timeframe.