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England openers Ben Duckett and Sophia Dunkley join Trent Rockets for the 2026 Hundred season, while Birmingham Phoenix sign seamer Lauren Filer.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 7

Jacob Bethell scores his maiden Test century in 5th Ashes Test: Key Stats

On January 7, England batter Jacob Bethell delivered a career-defining knock by registering his first Test century. He achieved the landmark on the fourth day of the final Ashes Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Cricket News / NAI Sports / January 4

Ashes 5th Test: England steady at 211-3 after rain-hit day

Joe Root and Harry Brook produced a composed and counter-attacking batting display to steady England on a rain-affected opening day of the fifth and final Ashes Test, frustrating Australia’s all-pace attack at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 3

England 114-3 at lunch on Day 1 of final Ashes Test

SYDNEY (AP) — England was 114-3 at lunch on Day 1 of the final Ashes test against Australia on Sunday amid a strong security presence at the Sydney Cricket Ground and after an emotional on-field tribute for the Bondi terror victims and first responders.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / January 3

'Starc does it again' - Duckett is dismissed for 27

Mitchell Starc takes the wicket of Ben Duckett as the England batter is caught behind for 27 to leave the visitors on 35-1 on day one of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 30

“I’m Jealous”: Travis Head downplays mid-Ashes Noosa drinking row

Australia batter Travis Head has brushed aside the discussion surrounding England’s mid-series trip to Noosa during The Ashes, where a handful of players were spotted relaxing.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 29

Beyond the Ashes rivalry: Head’s backing of Duckett recalls Bradman’s courtesy towards Englishmen

Recently, the Australian opener Travis Head shared a warm gesture with the England opener Ben Duckett. It happened after a rapid conclusion of the forth Test when Head revealed that he had reached out to Duckett expressing support.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 28

‘Reached out to him’ - Travis Head stands by Ben Duckett after viral Noosa video

Star Australian opener Travis Head has come out in support of England batter Ben Duckett after the latter was involved in a controversy following a viral video from England’s team break in Noosa.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 26

'The noise is extraordinary' - Duckett ramps for six

Ben Duckett goes on the attack, ramping Michael Neser for six over as England start aggressively in their pursuit of 175 runs to win the fourth Ashes Test on day two in Melbourne.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 25

Former captain defends Ben Duckett amid Ashes drinking controversy

Reports of off-field drinking antics have further overshadowed England’s Ashes campaign in Australia. Sources revealed that several England players spent up to six days partying between the second and third Tests, including during a four-day break at a Noosa beach resort.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 23

Delhi Capitals Wicketkeeper found drunk on Australian streets amidst Ashes defeats: ESC investigating

The England wicketkeeper Ben Duckett, who has recently been acquired by the Delhi Capitals in the 2026 IPL, has been under scrutiny after a viral video showing him slurring on the streets of Australia.

Cricket News / Cricfit / December 23

Ben Duckett’s Video During Ashes Break Goes Viral

A short video circulating widely on social media has placed England batter Ben Duckett under intense scrutiny during the ongoing Ashes series in Australia.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 19

'He could have left that' - Duckett dismissed early

Pat Cummins draws an edge from Ben Duckett as the England batter is caught at second slip by Marnus Labuschagne for four, as the visitors lose their first wicket in the second over of the innings on day four of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 17

'England are crumbling' - Lyon removes Pope and Duckett in same over

In his first over of the match, Nathan Lyon removes Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett as England fall to 42-3, in pursuit of Australia's 371, on day two of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 16

Delhi Capitals Complete Squad, IPL 2026: Full list of players purchased by DC

Delhi Capitals walked into the mini-auction with Rs 21.8 crore available and some unfinished business in their squad. They also opened the day’s buying by becoming the first franchise to make a signing in Abu Dhabi.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / November 21

Duckett and Pope put England on top

There was a definite sense of the opening session of the Ashes’ second day being after the Lord Mayor’s Show. After 19 wickets fell on the first day, the second got off to a sedate start with the loss of just two wickets prior to lunch and England establishing a 99 run lead.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 11

Stokes Has Been In Beast Mode; Most Important Man On This Side: Ben Duckett

Ben Duckett: England opener Ben Duckett dubbed Ben Stokes the ‘most important’ man of their team and said that the all-rounder has been undergoing immense training, something he has never seen the English Test skipper do before.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 10

Ashes 2025-26: ‘We’ve got a fresh group with not a lot of baggage’ - Duckett on England’s squad

England opener Ben Duckett believes the team will begin the Ashes series unburdened by past performances and acknowledged that their aggressive approach to Test cricket is evolving beyond what has sometimes been perceived as reckless.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / October 25

Brook Eager For England Momentum As Root And Duckett Return For New Zealand ODIs

New Zealand ODIs: England’s Harry Brook is confident the team can build on their growing momentum as they prepare for the first ODI against New Zealand on Sunday, with senior players Joe Root and Ben Duckett poised to return.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / July 24

Ben Stokes, Duckett, Crawley Push India to the Ropes at Old Trafford

By Shah Faisal Manchester, July 24, 2025 — In a day that combined valiant grit and unrelenting dominance, Ben Stokes and England’s openers flipped the script of the fourth Test in Manchester.

Cricket News / Athlon Sports / June 27

India Sets Records but Loses to England in First Test Thriller

The first Test match between England and India concluded with England winning by five wickets after successfully chasing a target of 371 and reaching 373. The win marked England’s second-highest successful run chase on home soil and one of the highest in their Test history.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / June 25

Leeds Heroes Rise: Pant, Duckett Soar in ICC Rankings as Root, Bumrah Stay Elite

The first Test between India and England at Headingley didn’t just produce thrilling cricket — it significantly shook up the ICC Test rankings. While Joe Root and Jasprit Bumrah retained their respective No.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / June 24

Duckett's Hundred Helps England Beat India Despite Needing 350 on the Final Day

By Shah Faisal England pulled off yet another historic chase at Headingley, defeating India by five wickets on the final day of the first Test after being set a mammoth target of 371.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / June 24

Crawley, Duckett lay the platform for England’s 371-run chase

Ben Duckett (64*) and Zak Crawley (42*) guided England to Lunch on Day 5 at 117/0, orchestrating a fine session for the hosts. Amidst windy and overcast conditions, India bookended with session with disciplined bowling but England picked up the pace in the middle to set the tone for their 371-run chase.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / October 17, 2024

Pakistan Beats England In 2nd Test In Multan Cricket Stadium On Tuesday

By Mercy Kosgei England lost openers Duckett and Crawley to end on 36-2 to Pakistan leaving them to level to series 1-1. With over 250 runs to win, England really need Ollie Pope and Joe Root to steady things a little.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / July 19, 2024

Scattergun approach reminds West Indies of Kemar-sized hole

Shamarh Joseph adheres to the fourth-stump channel. Ben Duckett is denied room to free his arms, while the good length is keeping drives at bay. Claustrophobia sets in.