Personal details
| Full Name | Ben Duckett |
| Date of birth | October 17, 1994 |
| Age | 29 |
| Nationality | England |
| Height | 5ft 7in |
| Current team | England Cricket team |
| Position | Top order batter |
| Batting style | Left hand Bat |
| Bowling style | Right arm Offbreak |
| Jersey number | 17 |
| Started playing | October 07, 2016 |
| Family members | Father – Graham Duckett Mother – Jayne Duckett |
Ben Duckett Recent Matches
| MATCH | Bat | Date | Ground | Format |
| Nottingham vs Warwickshire | 218 & 7 | 26-Apr-2024 | Birmingham | FC |
| Nottingham vs Worcester | 9 & 63 | 12-Apr-2024 | Nottingham | FC |
| Nottingham vs Essex | 21 & 5 | 05-Apr-2024 | Nottingham | FC |
| England vs India | 27 & 2 | 07-Mar-2024 | Dharamsala | Test |
| England vs India | 11 & 15 | 23-Feb-2024 | Ranchi | Test |
Batting Stats
| FORMAT | Mat | Runs | HS | Ave | SR | 100s | 50s |
| Tests | 20 | 1464 | 182 | 40.66 | 84.96 | 3 | 7 |
| ODIs | 11 | 395 | 107* | 39.5 | 93.16 | 1 | 3 |
| T20Is | 12 | 315 | 70* | 31.5 | 145.16 | 0 | 1 |
Bowling stats
| FORMAT | Mat | Runs | Wkts | BBM | Ave | SR | 5w |
| Tests | 20 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| ODIs | 11 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| T20Is | 12 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
Teams
England
Birmingham Phoenix (Men)
Brisbane Heat
England Under-19s
Islamabad United
Nelson Mandela Bay Giants
Northamptonshire
Northamptonshire 2nd XI
Northamptonshire Under-13s
Northamptonshire Under-14s
Northamptonshire Under-15s
Nottinghamshire
Quetta Gladiators
Welsh Fire (Men)
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About Ben Duckett
In 2016, Ben Duckett showcased immense promise, earning selection for England’s tours of Bangladesh and India. Notable performances included a record-breaking List A double-hundred for England Lions and stellar displays in various formats. However, his technical flaws were exploited in India, leading to a drop from the team. Despite a strong response with Northamptonshire, Duckett’s career took a negative turn during England’s 2017-18 Ashes tour when he was fined and suspended for an incident involving James Anderson. His subsequent move to Nottinghamshire didn’t yield significant returns, with sporadic successes amidst struggles. Duckett’s journey was marred by off-field incidents, including a drink-driving ban and fitness issues. Despite flashes of brilliance, inconsistency plagued him, raising questions about commitment and focus. Yet, his talent was undeniable, highlighted by his exceptional Under-19 World Cup performances. Duckett’s career remained a mix of promise and setbacks, emphasizing the need for sustained performance and maturity.
Ben Duckett Career Highlights
-He currently plays for Nottinghamshire.
-He made his international debut for England in October 2016.
Career
Domestic career
Ben Duckett made his Northamptonshire debut in the 2012 Friends Life t20 while still in his first year of A-levels at Stowe School. In the 2015 season, he scored four centuries in the County Championship, surpassing a thousand first-class runs with 1002 at an average of 52.73. The 2016 season was particularly successful; he scored 1338 runs at an average of 58.17, including a highest score of 282 not out against Sussex. Duckett was named young cricketer of the year by both the Cricket Writers’ Club and the Professional Cricketers’ Association, and also won the PCA Player of the Year award. His franchise cricket career saw him play for Welsh Fire in The Hundred, captaining the team in 2021. He joined Birmingham Phoenix in 2023 after leaving Welsh Fire.
International career
Duckett debuted for England in the ODI series against Bangladesh, scoring 60 in the first match and 63 in the final game to secure a series win. He made his Test debut against Bangladesh, contributing 14 and 15 in a victory. However, his form dipped during the India tour, leading to his exclusion after the second Test. In the 2017-18 Ashes tour, he was dropped due to an incident in a Perth bar. Duckett returned to the England squad for T20Is against Pakistan in 2019 and was part of the training group amid the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. In 2022, he impressed during England’s tour of Pakistan, showcasing his skills in the Bazball style of cricket and forming record-breaking partnerships with Zak Crawley.
Test Career
Ben Duckett’s Test career spanned from 2016 to 2024, encompassing 20 matches and 38 innings. During this period, he scored a total of 1464 runs with a highest score of 182, maintaining an average of 40.66.
ODI Career
Ben Duckett’s ODI career spanned from 2016 to 2023, comprising 11 matches and 11 innings. Within this period, he accumulated a total of 395 runs, securing a highest score of 107*, maintaining a solid average of 39.50.
T20 International Career
Ben Duckett’s T20I career spanned from 2019 to 2023, covering 12 matches and 12 innings. Throughout this period, he amassed a total of 315 runs, with an unbeaten highest score of 70*, maintaining an average of 31.50.
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