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RCB Player Replacement Alert! RCB Ropes In Tim Seifert As Stand-In For Jacob Bethell

RCB signs Tim Seifert as temporary replacement for Jacob Bethell, who returns to England; squad faces overseas player challenges.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have roped in New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert as a short-term replacement for England’s Jacob Bethell, who is set to return home for national duties. Seifert will be available for selection from May 24, according to a media advisory from the Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Currently part of the Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Seifert’s arrival in India will depend on how far his team advances in the tournament. The Kings are scheduled to face Lahore Qalandars in the Eliminator on Thursday night, with the PSL final slated for May 25. If Karachi reach the final, Seifert will only be able to join RCB on May 26 in Lucknow, just a day before their final league game against Lucknow Super Giants, according to ESPNcricinfo.

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Seifert’s Brilliance In PSL

Seifert has made a solid impact at the top of the order for Karachi, scoring 226 runs in nine innings at a strike rate of 145.80, with a top score of 47. Though he is no stranger to the IPL, his previous stints with Delhi Capitals (2022) and Kolkata Knight Riders (2021) were limited to just a handful of games.

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His inclusion fills the void left by Bethell, who impressed during his brief stint with RCB. The young England batter replaced an unwell Phil Salt earlier in the season and made headlines with a 33-ball 55 against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on May 3. That innings remains RCB’s last completed fixture, as their home clash against Kolkata Knight Riders was washed out due to rain.

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Bethell Returned England

Bethell is scheduled to return to England after Friday’s match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), which has been shifted to Lucknow due to poor weather conditions in Bengaluru.

Doubtful For Josh Hazlewood

RCB’s overseas roster has also been affected by uncertainty surrounding Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood, who is currently recovering from a shoulder issue at Cricket Australia’s High-Performance Centre in Brisbane. The team is still in discussions with CA regarding his availability, but no confirmation has been provided yet.

In another setback, South African fast bowler Lungi Ngidi will also be unavailable for the playoffs, as he prepares for the World Test Championship final. He was recently replaced in the squad by Zimbabwe’s Blessing Muzarabani.

RCB’s Season So Far

RCB have been in strong form this season, winning eight of their 11 matches so far. They face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Lucknow on Friday before concluding their league campaign against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). A top-two finish remains within reach, and the team will hope the new additions provide timely reinforcements.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Aditya Mallick

Aditya Mallick

Senior Sub-Editor (Sports)

Aditya Mallick is a Senior Sub-Editor (Sports) with over 4+ years of experience covering a wide range of sports, including cricket and football. His in-depth coverage of major sporting events such as ICC Cricket tournaments and prominent football leagues demonstrates his expertise in the field. Aditya holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Maharshi Dayanand University and has contributed to leading media outlets like Zee News and The Times of India. Aditya's articles undergo rigorous fact-checking by a dedicated News Desk team before publication, ensuring accuracy and reliability. His commitment to journalistic integrity has made him a trusted voice in sports media. Beyond the newsroom, Aditya actively engages with the sporting community and is a member of various sports journalism and media associations. Feel free to connect with him on LinkedIn to stay updated with his latest insights and contributions to sports journalism.

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First published on: May 22, 2025 03:23 PM IST


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