Jacob Bethell dismissed on controversial pitch at Lord's Test
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 2:19 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Jacob Bethell was dismissed for 14 runs after a low delivery from Matt Henry during England's Test against New Zealand at Lord's on June 5. The pitch has faced criticism from former players for inconsistent bounce, with Tufnell labeling it as 'poor.' Bethell's dismissal follows others on a day marked by rain interruptions and challenging playing conditions. The match is still ongoing as England looks to recover from early setbacks.
- •Bethell bowled out by low delivery on a rain-affected first day.
- •Phil Tufnell criticizes the pitch for its inconsistent bounce.
- •16 wickets fell during the opening day of the Test.
- •Match between England and New Zealand is currently in progress.
- •England's women will face India at Lord's in July.
- 2:19 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Poor’ Lord’s pitch criticised after unfortunate Jacob Bethell dismissal
"Bethell was cleaned up by a ball that kept low from Matt Henry as variable bounce continued at Lord’s
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