Jacob Bethell joins Jos Buttler in elite list with 76-ball century against South Africa

September 8, 2025 Credit: Getty

Bethell's stunning hundred

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An explosive batting display

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Record-breaking knock

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England's thumping victory

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Bethell's entry in elite list

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Heinrich Klaasen

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Kevin Pietersen

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Jos Buttler

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AB de Villiers

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Jacob Bethell

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