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RCB Signs Tim Seifert as Jacob Bethell’s Replacement Ahead of IPL 2025 Playoffs

The New Zealand wicketkeeper will join the team following Bethell's departure for England duties, though his arrival may depend on PSL outcomes.

Cricket - Indian Premier League - IPL - Royal Challengers Bengaluru v Chennai Super Kings - M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, India - May 3, 2025 Royal Challengers Bengaluru' Jacob Bethell celebrates after reaching his half century REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo
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New Zealand's Tim Seifert walks from the field after a match.
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Overview

  • Jacob Bethell will leave Royal Challengers Bengaluru after their May 23 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad to join England's national team for an ODI series.
  • RCB has signed New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert as Bethell's replacement for Rs 2 crore, effective from May 24.
  • Seifert is currently playing for Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League, and his availability may be delayed until May 26 if his PSL team advances to the final.
  • RCB has already secured a playoff spot in IPL 2025 and is currently second in the standings, aiming for a top-two finish to ease their path to the final.
  • This signing reflects the broader challenges IPL franchises face in managing player availability due to overlapping international and PSL commitments.