Jacob Bethell creates history as England’s youngest captain

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Jacob Bethell makes history

21-year-old Jacob Bethell became England’s youngest captain in international cricket during the first T20I vs Ireland.

Record broken

He broke a 136-year-old record, going past Monty Bowden and Alastair Cook to become England’s youngest skipper.

Ireland’s batting

Ireland put up 196 runs with Harry Tector scoring 61* and Lorcan Tucker adding 55 runs.

Phil Salt’s fireworks

Phil Salt smashed 89 runs from 46 balls to give England a flying start in the chase.

Support from others

Jos Buttler hit 28 off 10 balls, while Bethell scored 24 and Sam Curran added 27 runs.

England win

England chased the target easily with 14 balls left to take a 1-0 lead in the series.

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