The End of an Outstanding Partnership: Bethell Departs for 91 The record breaking opening partnership between Jacob Bethell and Ben Duckett at Lord's has been broken.
However, the departure of Bethell for 91 marks more than just the end of a remarkable individual achievement – it signals the conclusion of an era in English cricket.
This partnership, which has drawn comparisons with some of England's most storied opening duos, was notable not only for its impressive statistics but also for its significance in the changing landscape of English cricket.