England opener Ben Duckett played the best ODI innings of his career at Lord’s on Sunday (Jul 19), scoring a brilliant 141 against India to break a 47-year-old record held by Viv Richards for the highest individual ODI score at the famous venue. Duckett made 141 from 120 balls, putting England in a strong position in the third and final ODI. The left-hander reached his hundred in 108 deliveries before going on to set a new record at the Home of Cricket.&nbsp;The previous record belonged to West Indies legend Viv Richards, who remained unbeaten on 138 against England in the 1979 World Cup final. His score had stood as the highest individual ODI score at Lord’s for nearly five decades. Duckett surpassed that mark late in his innings before being dismissed by Prince Yadav.<h3>Highest individual ODI scores at Lord’s:</h3><ul><li>141 – Ben Duckett vs India (2026)</li><li>138* – Viv Richards vs England (1979 World Cup final)</li><li>137 – Denis Amiss vs India (1975)</li><li>137 – Marcus Trescothick vs Pakistan (2001)</li><li>136 – Graham Gooch vs Australia (1989)</li></ul>Duckett looked in excellent touch from the beginning after England chose to bat first. He played brilliant drives through the off side, punished short deliveries and rotated the strike comfortably as India’s bowlers found it difficult to stop him on a batting-friendly pitch.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/american-boxer-hannah-rapp-dies-after-tragic-cycling-crash-car-driver-arrested-1784465770547">American boxer Hannah Rapp dies after tragic cycling crash, car driver arrested</a> &nbsp;He even shared a 192-run opening partnership with Jacob Bethell, giving England a perfect start in the series decider.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/historic-feat-for-indian-badminton-pm-modi-congratulates-pv-sindhu-on-japan-open-victory-1784462706119">'Historic feat for Indian badminton': PM Modi congratulates PV Sindhu on Japan Open victory</a>&nbsp;India, playing without injured fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, struggled to slow England down. The pace attack could not build consistent pressure, while the spinners failed to break Duckett’s flow as he kept finding the boundary.&nbsp;Duckett’s outstanding innings ended when Prince Yadav outsmarted him with a slower bouncer. Trying to play a pull shot, the left-hander mistimed the ball straight back to the bowler and was dismissed for 141. The Lord’s crowd gave him a standing ovation after his record-breaking knock.

England opener Ben Duckett smashed a record-breaking 141 against India at Lord's, surpassing Viv Richards' 47-year-old record for the highest individual ODI score at the iconic venue.

England opener Ben Duckett played the best ODI innings of his career at Lord’s on Sunday (Jul 19), scoring a brilliant 141 against India to break a 47-year-old record held by Viv Richards for the highest individual ODI score at the famous venue. Duckett made 141 from 120 balls, putting England in a strong position in the third and final ODI. The left-hander reached his hundred in 108 deliveries before going on to set a new record at the Home of Cricket. The previous record belonged to West Indies legend Viv Richards, who remained unbeaten on 138 against England in the 1979 World Cup final. His score had stood as the highest individual ODI score at Lord’s for nearly five decades. Duckett surpassed that mark late in his innings before being dismissed by Prince Yadav. Highest individual ODI scores at Lord’s: 141 – Ben Duckett vs India (2026) 138* – Viv Richards vs England (1979 World Cup final) 137 – Denis Amiss vs India (1975) 137 – Marcus Trescothick vs Pakistan (2001) 136 – Graham Gooch vs Australia (1989) Duckett looked in excellent touch from the beginning after England chose to bat first. He played brilliant drives through the off side, punished short deliveries and rotated the strike comfortably as India’s bowlers found it difficult to stop him on a batting-friendly pitch. Also Read - American boxer Hannah Rapp dies after tragic cycling crash, car driver arrested He even shared a 192-run opening partnership with Jacob Bethell, giving England a perfect start in the series decider. Also Read - 'Historic feat for Indian badminton': PM Modi congratulates PV Sindhu on Japan Open victory India, playing without injured fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, struggled to slow England down. The pace attack could not build consistent pressure, while the spinners failed to break Duckett’s flow as he kept finding the boundary. Duckett’s outstanding innings ended when Prince Yadav outsmarted him with a slower bouncer. Trying to play a pull shot, the left-hander mistimed the ball straight back to the bowler and was dismissed for 141. The Lord’s crowd gave him a standing ovation after his record-breaking knock.

England opener Ben Duckett smashed a record-breaking 141 against India at Lord's, surpassing Viv Richards' 47-year-old record for the highest individual ODI score at the iconic venue.

IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Ben Duckett scripts history at Lord's, breaks Viv Richards' 47-year-old ODI record

The ongoing Ashes have turned foes into friends as Australian opener Travis Head admits to reaching out to his counterpart, England opener Ben Duckett, over the drunken video episode that put him and the touring English side in bad light. Following England's loss in the third Test in Adelaide, ECB managing director Robert Key vowed to investigate reports of English players drinking excessively during a break in the beach town of Noosa; a few unverified videos of drunken Duckett involved in arguments with members of the public went viral soon after, putting him on notice.&nbsp;Speaking on what Duckett must have faced and felt heading into the Boxing Day Test, which England won inside two days, Head revealed, "I get on with Ducky well and reached out to him to see if he was going alright. &nbsp;"Everyone is still human. What you do in your personal time is up to you. &nbsp;"I know we live a high-profile life, and some people are more high-profile than others. At the end of the day, it is a bit stiff, but I don't think there is any real issue,” Head said, as quoted by the BBC.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-aus-vs-eng-mcg-pitch-curator-disappointed-with-boxing-day-test-result-vows-to-never-1766910623042">Ashes: ‘Shocked’ MCG curator disappointed with Boxing Day Test result, vows to never…</a> &nbsp;After losing the Ashes opener in Perth, which got wrapped up within six sessions, several English players were reportedly drinking heavily during their time on the Queensland coast, raising questions about their seriousness about the series. Although England produced an improved show in the second Test at the Gabba in Brisbane, they lost that pink-ball Test, further conceding the Ashes in the third game in Adelaide. &nbsp;England captain Ben Stokes also threw his weight behind Duckett ahead of the Boxing Day Test, admitting to enduring the hardest time as an English skipper while managing the well-being of his teammates. &nbsp;On the other hand, Head, who scored a valiant 46 in the second innings at the MCG, spoke on England breaking the ice and winning a Test match Down Under, their first since 2011. &nbsp;"I was jealous,” Head said. "Everyone has made a lot more out of it than what it should have been. &nbsp;"We have done the same thing on past tours. I don't have an issue with it,” he added. &nbsp;Meanwhile, despite losing the Boxing Day Test to England, Australia lead the five-match series 3-1, with the New Year’s Test awaiting at the SCG, starting early next year.

Under-fire Duckett scored 36 runs across two innings in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. 

The ongoing Ashes have turned foes into friends as Australian opener Travis Head admits to reaching out to his counterpart, England opener Ben Duckett, over the drunken video episode that put him and the touring English side in bad light. Following England's loss in the third Test in Adelaide, ECB managing director Robert Key vowed to investigate reports of English players drinking excessively during a break in the beach town of Noosa; a few unverified videos of drunken Duckett involved in arguments with members of the public went viral soon after, putting him on notice. Speaking on what Duckett must have faced and felt heading into the Boxing Day Test, which England won inside two days, Head revealed, "I get on with Ducky well and reached out to him to see if he was going alright. "Everyone is still human. What you do in your personal time is up to you. "I know we live a high-profile life, and some people are more high-profile than others. At the end of the day, it is a bit stiff, but I don't think there is any real issue,” Head said, as quoted by the BBC. Also read | Ashes: ‘Shocked’ MCG curator disappointed with Boxing Day Test result, vows to never… After losing the Ashes opener in Perth, which got wrapped up within six sessions, several English players were reportedly drinking heavily during their time on the Queensland coast, raising questions about their seriousness about the series. Although England produced an improved show in the second Test at the Gabba in Brisbane, they lost that pink-ball Test, further conceding the Ashes in the third game in Adelaide. England captain Ben Stokes also threw his weight behind Duckett ahead of the Boxing Day Test, admitting to enduring the hardest time as an English skipper while managing the well-being of his teammates. On the other hand, Head, who scored a valiant 46 in the second innings at the MCG, spoke on England breaking the ice and winning a Test match Down Under, their first since 2011. "I was jealous,” Head said. "Everyone has made a lot more out of it than what it should have been. "We have done the same thing on past tours. I don't have an issue with it,” he added. Meanwhile, despite losing the Boxing Day Test to England, Australia lead the five-match series 3-1, with the New Year’s Test awaiting at the SCG, starting early next year.

Under-fire Duckett scored 36 runs across two innings in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.&nbsp;

Ashes: Ben Duckett finds unlikely support in Travis Head over ‘drinking video’ episode

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan, while refusing to blame under-fire batter Ben Duckett for his 'drunk video,' has blamed 'cricket' for the drinking culture in teams. The incident happened in Noosa during England team's break between the second and third Test in Brisbane and Adelaide, respectively. The Three Lions, however, lost both matches on either side of the breaks after losing the first Test in Perth and now trail 0-3 in the five-Test Ashes. Vaughan also questioned England's lack of preparation going into the first Test in Perth where the visitors looked out of place on a juicy pitch during their eight-wicket loss.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-winner-monty-panesar-suggests-ex-indian-coach-ravi-shastri-as-brendon-mccullum-replacement-1766599705451">Ashes winner Panesar suggests ex-Indian coach as McCullum’s replacement</a>"Duckett should not be reprimanded at all on the evidence we have seen and neither should the other players because it is a wider issue: the game of cricket has created this drinking culture. England, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa all have the same culture," Vaughan wrote in his column for The Telegraph."The thing about Noosa is that it was booked a year ago. But they did not book the WACA (Perth ground) a year ago. How did they not prepare for a bouncy pitch leading into a first Test, but at the same time had booked their holiday in Noosa?" Vaughan asked in the column.<h2>England look for Christmas miracle in Boxing Day Test</h2>With fourth Test to set to begin on Boxing Day (Dec 26) in Melbourne, England would be hoping to continue the fight they had shown in Adelaide. The visitors, however, are without express pacer Jofra Archer and have dropped underperforming Ollie Pope as well. Australia, on the other hand, are without regular skipper Pat Cummins and veteran spinner Nathan Lyon but Mitchell Starc has been more than capable of taming the visitors with able support from Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett, and Michael Neser. &nbsp;

Michael Vaughan, while refusing to blame under-fire batter Ben Duckett for his 'drunk video,' has blamed 'cricket' for the drinking culture in teams. He, however, questioned England's lack of preparation going into the 1st Test in Perth where the visitors looked out of place on a juicy pitch

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan, while refusing to blame under-fire batter Ben Duckett for his 'drunk video,' has blamed 'cricket' for the drinking culture in teams. The incident happened in Noosa during England team's break between the second and third Test in Brisbane and Adelaide, respectively. The Three Lions, however, lost both matches on either side of the breaks after losing the first Test in Perth and now trail 0-3 in the five-Test Ashes. Vaughan also questioned England's lack of preparation going into the first Test in Perth where the visitors looked out of place on a juicy pitch during their eight-wicket loss. Also Read - Ashes winner Panesar suggests ex-Indian coach as McCullum’s replacement "Duckett should not be reprimanded at all on the evidence we have seen and neither should the other players because it is a wider issue: the game of cricket has created this drinking culture. England, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa all have the same culture," Vaughan wrote in his column for The Telegraph. "The thing about Noosa is that it was booked a year ago. But they did not book the WACA (Perth ground) a year ago. How did they not prepare for a bouncy pitch leading into a first Test, but at the same time had booked their holiday in Noosa?" Vaughan asked in the column. England look for Christmas miracle in Boxing Day Test With fourth Test to set to begin on Boxing Day (Dec 26) in Melbourne, England would be hoping to continue the fight they had shown in Adelaide. The visitors, however, are without express pacer Jofra Archer and have dropped underperforming Ollie Pope as well. Australia, on the other hand, are without regular skipper Pat Cummins and veteran spinner Nathan Lyon but Mitchell Starc has been more than capable of taming the visitors with able support from Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett, and Michael Neser.

Michael Vaughan, while refusing to blame under-fire batter Ben Duckett for his 'drunk video,' has blamed 'cricket' for the drinking culture in teams. He, however, questioned England's lack of preparation going into the 1st Test in Perth where the visitors looked out of place on a juicy pitch

Former skipper Michael Vaughan blames 'cricket' for England's drinking but reveals Noosa break 'was booked a year ago'

England Test captain Ben Stokes vows to protect his team players against all unverified viral videos on the internet, which exposed his team's drunken side ahead of the Boxing Day Test. Stokes, who himself was part of several instances that made headlines for the wrong reasons throughout his career, knows its cons, as he aims to handle Ben Duckett's situation better.&nbsp;England conceded the Ashes within 12 days, and Stokes is in no position to make it further challenging for his team with two matches remaining. Following losing the third Test in Adelaide, ECB managing director Robert Key promised to probe the England team’s excessive drinking reports on their mid-series tour to Noosa. Soon after, several unverified videos surfaced on social media, one of which showed a drunken Duckett in a tense exchange with members of the public.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/temba-bavuma-breaks-silence-on-dwarf-remark-reveals-two-indian-senior-players-apologised-jasprit-bumrah-rishabh-pant-1766582894699">SA Test captain Bavuma breaks silence on ‘dwarf’ remark, reveals two senior Indian players apologised</a> &nbsp;With Duckett’s morale, the English Team and their little hopes of making any comeback in this five-match series, all in tartars, Stokes vows to handle this situation better ahead of the marquee Test at the iconic MCG starting Friday (Dec 26).&nbsp; &nbsp;"I am obviously aware of the reports and everything circulating around," Stokes said, as quoted by Sky Sports Cricket. "My main concern right now is my players, and how I handle this moment is the most important thing to me. &nbsp;"I have first-hand experience of how this can affect people, and my role as England captain is to protect my players as much as I possibly can. Supporting them and letting them know that I will be there for them through thick and thin is very, very important, and Ben Duckett knows that. &nbsp;"I've obviously reached out, spoken to him and offered my complete support throughout this. Particularly in a moment like this, where everything feels like it's on top of you,” he said.<h3>‘My role as England captain’</h3>Stokes is a man of character and has proved it countless times both on and off the field. Backing Duckett amid his drunken video episode, Stokes explained his role as team captain, which goes beyond just winning Test matches for his team. &nbsp;"My job as England captain is obviously to be out there and get results for the team, but also to try to give people the best chance of being in a mental space where they can go out there and perform,” he continued. &nbsp;Detailing his conversation with Duckett, Stokes promised to lend his support throughout, adding he did not say that just for the sake of it. &nbsp;"You know, when you go up to someone and say, 'I'm always here for you if you need five minutes'. I just reassured him that I'm not saying that for the sake of it. Just please come to me because I know what it's like. It's not a nice place to be,” the England captain added. &nbsp;Meanwhile, England announced the squad for the fourth Test in Melbourne, making two changes. They dropped out-of-form Ollie Pope and brought in Jacob Bethell, and were forced to bring in Jofra Archer’s replacement (Gus Atkinson) after the ace quick bowler got ruled out of the series.

With Duckett’s morale, the English Team and their little hopes of making any comeback in this five-match series, all in tartars, Stokes vows to handle this situation better ahead of the marquee Test at the iconic MCG starting Friday (Dec 26). 

England Test captain Ben Stokes vows to protect his team players against all unverified viral videos on the internet, which exposed his team's drunken side ahead of the Boxing Day Test. Stokes, who himself was part of several instances that made headlines for the wrong reasons throughout his career, knows its cons, as he aims to handle Ben Duckett's situation better. England conceded the Ashes within 12 days, and Stokes is in no position to make it further challenging for his team with two matches remaining. Following losing the third Test in Adelaide, ECB managing director Robert Key promised to probe the England team’s excessive drinking reports on their mid-series tour to Noosa. Soon after, several unverified videos surfaced on social media, one of which showed a drunken Duckett in a tense exchange with members of the public. Also read | SA Test captain Bavuma breaks silence on ‘dwarf’ remark, reveals two senior Indian players apologised With Duckett’s morale, the English Team and their little hopes of making any comeback in this five-match series, all in tartars, Stokes vows to handle this situation better ahead of the marquee Test at the iconic MCG starting Friday (Dec 26). "I am obviously aware of the reports and everything circulating around," Stokes said, as quoted by Sky Sports Cricket. "My main concern right now is my players, and how I handle this moment is the most important thing to me. "I have first-hand experience of how this can affect people, and my role as England captain is to protect my players as much as I possibly can. Supporting them and letting them know that I will be there for them through thick and thin is very, very important, and Ben Duckett knows that. "I've obviously reached out, spoken to him and offered my complete support throughout this. Particularly in a moment like this, where everything feels like it's on top of you,” he said. ‘My role as England captain’ Stokes is a man of character and has proved it countless times both on and off the field. Backing Duckett amid his drunken video episode, Stokes explained his role as team captain, which goes beyond just winning Test matches for his team. "My job as England captain is obviously to be out there and get results for the team, but also to try to give people the best chance of being in a mental space where they can go out there and perform,” he continued. Detailing his conversation with Duckett, Stokes promised to lend his support throughout, adding he did not say that just for the sake of it. "You know, when you go up to someone and say, 'I'm always here for you if you need five minutes'. I just reassured him that I'm not saying that for the sake of it. Just please come to me because I know what it's like. It's not a nice place to be,” the England captain added. Meanwhile, England announced the squad for the fourth Test in Melbourne, making two changes. They dropped out-of-form Ollie Pope and brought in Jacob Bethell, and were forced to bring in Jofra Archer’s replacement (Gus Atkinson) after the ace quick bowler got ruled out of the series.

With Duckett’s morale, the English Team and their little hopes of making any comeback in this five-match series, all in tartars, Stokes vows to handle this situation better ahead of the marquee Test at the iconic MCG starting Friday (Dec 26).&nbsp;

Ashes: Ben Stokes vows to handle Duckett’s ‘viral drunk video episode’ better ahead of Boxing Day Test

The England cricket team is set for another embarrassing moment and this time it is away from the cricket field. Just days after losing the Ashes in an eventful 11-day mishap, a video of England opener Ben Duckett has gone viral. The video has made rounds and the England Cricket Board is now investigating the matter as they try to fix the team ahead of the all-important Boxing Day Test.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">What is this behaviour from Ben Duckett😭😭. He was completely out of his mind after drinking a lot. Disappointing Attitude. We need to be serious. <a href="https://t.co/KVsCbv73jX">pic.twitter.com/KVsCbv73jX</a>&mdash; Aryan Goel (@Aryan42832Goel) <a href="https://twitter.com/Aryan42832Goel/status/2003411462237348278?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Duckett in trouble?</h2>In a viral video making rounds, Duckett is spotted at the Sunshine Coast resort town, which came after England lost to Australia by eight wickets in Brisbane. The video has gone viral within a week after England were beaten in the Adelaide Test, which also saw them lose the Ashes 3-0. In the video, the England opener is spotted as unstable, prompting angry reactions from fans.&nbsp;It is also reported that the four days in Noosa, which the ECB stressed was not a holiday, had been organised a year in advance by head coach Brendon McCullum, who believed it would refresh the players. A number of the squad leaned into the time-off, with no training scheduled during this period.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>ECB launches probe</h2>A statement from the ECB read: "We are aware of content circulating on social media."We have high expectations for behaviour, accepting that players are often under intense levels of scrutiny, with established processes that we follow when conduct falls below expectations. We also support players who need assistance.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;"We will not comment further at this stage while we establish the facts."&nbsp;It will now be interesting to see what action the ECB could take against the cricketer, who could be in hot water with the management, with less than 48 hours remaining for the start of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

Just days after losing the Ashes in an eventful 11-day mishap, a video of England opener Ben Duckett has gone viral. The video has made rounds and the England Cricket Board is now investigating the matter as they try to fix the team ahead of the all-important Boxing Day Test.

The England cricket team is set for another embarrassing moment and this time it is away from the cricket field. Just days after losing the Ashes in an eventful 11-day mishap, a video of England opener Ben Duckett has gone viral. The video has made rounds and the England Cricket Board is now investigating the matter as they try to fix the team ahead of the all-important Boxing Day Test.

Just days after losing the Ashes in an eventful 11-day mishap, a video of England opener Ben Duckett has gone viral. The video has made rounds and the England Cricket Board is now investigating the matter as they try to fix the team ahead of the all-important Boxing Day Test.

Watch: England cricketer Ben Duckett spotted drunk in viral video, ECB launches investigation

The Ashes is just 10 days away and the England are pumped by the support they have from fans as a side capable to winning the urn Down Under - a first since 2011. England opener Ben Duckett has also said that the team will be 'evolving' from being 'entertaining and reckless at times' - a key factor in their Bazball approach under coach Brendon McCullum. Duckett's statement hints at England moving towards more of a traditional approach to Test cricket when required and not going gung-ho all the time even when not required.<h2>Duckett hints at England's departure from Bazball in Tests</h2>"It's not just being this entertaining, reckless at times, side. And it's something that I've got frustrated with myself in the past, where I might have got 80 off 60 and it looks great and stuff, but they're going to put my side in a good position. So it's realising moments and doing that and then kicking on and getting a big score. And I think that's where we're really wanting to go as a side now," he said in a conversation with Willow Talk podcast.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/unknown-attackers-shoot-at-pakistan-pacer-naseem-shah-s-house-1762839390858">Unknown attackers shoot at Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah's house</a><h2>England face ageing Australia</h2>The average age of Australia's squad for the opening Perth Test is 33 years compared to 28 of England. There's been a lot of criticism of Australia selectors by the country's former players including Steve Waugh and Greg Chappell for not being bold in their choices. Australia have included 31-year-old Jake Weatherald as opener for the first Test and dropped youngster Sam Konstas who made his debut against India in home Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in December last year. Konstas had impressed with a 60 on his debut but a string of low scores leading up to the Perth Test squad selection saw him sidelined for the first Ashes Test.

Duckett's statement hints at England moving towards more of a traditional approach to Test cricket when required and not going gung-ho all the time even when not required.

The Ashes is just 10 days away and the England are pumped by the support they have from fans as a side capable to winning the urn Down Under - a first since 2011. England opener Ben Duckett has also said that the team will be 'evolving' from being 'entertaining and reckless at times' - a key factor in their Bazball approach under coach Brendon McCullum. Duckett's statement hints at England moving towards more of a traditional approach to Test cricket when required and not going gung-ho all the time even when not required. Duckett hints at England's departure from Bazball in Tests "It's not just being this entertaining, reckless at times, side. And it's something that I've got frustrated with myself in the past, where I might have got 80 off 60 and it looks great and stuff, but they're going to put my side in a good position. So it's realising moments and doing that and then kicking on and getting a big score. And I think that's where we're really wanting to go as a side now," he said in a conversation with Willow Talk podcast. Also Read - Unknown attackers shoot at Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah's house England face ageing Australia The average age of Australia's squad for the opening Perth Test is 33 years compared to 28 of England. There's been a lot of criticism of Australia selectors by the country's former players including Steve Waugh and Greg Chappell for not being bold in their choices. Australia have included 31-year-old Jake Weatherald as opener for the first Test and dropped youngster Sam Konstas who made his debut against India in home Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in December last year. Konstas had impressed with a 60 on his debut but a string of low scores leading up to the Perth Test squad selection saw him sidelined for the first Ashes Test.

Duckett's statement hints at England moving towards more of a traditional approach to Test cricket when required and not going gung-ho all the time even when not required.

Duckett hints at England moving on from 'entertaining, reckless at times' Bazball in Ashes

England announced on Friday (Sep 4) they were resting opening batsman Ben Duckett from an upcoming T20 series against South Africa following successive one-day international losses to the Proteas, with Sam Curran recalled for the first time this year. Duckett, a first-choice all-format player, was out for scores of five and 14 in this week's two ODIs, with defeats at Headingley and Lord's leaving England 2-0 down in a three-match contest ahead of Sunday's finale in Southampton.&nbsp;&nbsp;The usually lively left-hander has looked weary after being one of a handful of England cricketers involved throughout a gruelling five-Test series at home to India before a month of action in the domestic 100 balls per side Hundred competition.&nbsp;&nbsp;Duckett is set for a key role at the top of England's order when they bid to regain the Ashes in Australia starting in November. It remains to be seen if he will keep his ODI place at Hampshire's Rose Bowl ground this weekend.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/yuvraj-singh-suggests-abhishek-sharma-shubman-gill-to-play-golf-to-enhance-their-game-ahead-of-asia-cup-2025-1757075489181">Yuvraj Singh urges Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill to turn attention to golf for Asia Cup glory</a>&nbsp;England white-ball captain Harry Brook had rejected suggestions Duckett should be rested immediately after Thursday's five-run loss at Lord's, but team management appears to have changed course. They also seem to have had a rethink about the role of Surrey all-rounder Curran, whose England exile has coincided with head coach Brendon McCullum taking over as limited-overs boss in addition to his Test duties.&nbsp;&nbsp;Curran was a key figure as the Oval Invincibles won a third straight Hundred title. As well as being added to the England T20 squad to face South Africa, he will also join the three-match trip to Ireland. His value as a seam-bowling all-rounder was thrown into sharp focus as South Africa secured an ODI series win at Lord's after plundering part-time spinners Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks for 112 runs in 10 overs.&nbsp;England great Stuart Broad, speaking before Friday's announcement, urged some of the all-format players to be given a break ahead of the Ashes.&nbsp;"I thought England looked a bit tired," he told Sky Sports. "It's understandable."&nbsp;"They played 25 days solid, hard cricket against India in the Test series, and two days later, they were straight into The Hundred. Now they're playing a white-ball series, and the winter is only getting busier.&nbsp;"Now they have lost this series, I would be half-tempted to send Ben Duckett and Joe Root up the M1 (motorway to go home) rather than down to Southampton," the former paceman added.&nbsp;"I think there are some jaded minds," said Broad.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Duckett is set for a key role at the top of England's order when they bid to regain the Ashes in Australia starting in November.

England announced on Friday (Sep 4) they were resting opening batsman Ben Duckett from an upcoming T20 series against South Africa following successive one-day international losses to the Proteas, with Sam Curran recalled for the first time this year. Duckett, a first-choice all-format player, was out for scores of five and 14 in this week's two ODIs, with defeats at Headingley and Lord's leaving England 2-0 down in a three-match contest ahead of Sunday's finale in Southampton. The usually lively left-hander has looked weary after being one of a handful of England cricketers involved throughout a gruelling five-Test series at home to India before a month of action in the domestic 100 balls per side Hundred competition. Duckett is set for a key role at the top of England's order when they bid to regain the Ashes in Australia starting in November. It remains to be seen if he will keep his ODI place at Hampshire's Rose Bowl ground this weekend. Also read | Yuvraj Singh urges Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill to turn attention to golf for Asia Cup glory England white-ball captain Harry Brook had rejected suggestions Duckett should be rested immediately after Thursday's five-run loss at Lord's, but team management appears to have changed course. They also seem to have had a rethink about the role of Surrey all-rounder Curran, whose England exile has coincided with head coach Brendon McCullum taking over as limited-overs boss in addition to his Test duties. Curran was a key figure as the Oval Invincibles won a third straight Hundred title. As well as being added to the England T20 squad to face South Africa, he will also join the three-match trip to Ireland. His value as a seam-bowling all-rounder was thrown into sharp focus as South Africa secured an ODI series win at Lord's after plundering part-time spinners Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks for 112 runs in 10 overs. England great Stuart Broad, speaking before Friday's announcement, urged some of the all-format players to be given a break ahead of the Ashes. "I thought England looked a bit tired," he told Sky Sports. "It's understandable." "They played 25 days solid, hard cricket against India in the Test series, and two days later, they were straight into The Hundred. Now they're playing a white-ball series, and the winter is only getting busier. "Now they have lost this series, I would be half-tempted to send Ben Duckett and Joe Root up the M1 (motorway to go home) rather than down to Southampton," the former paceman added. "I think there are some jaded minds," said Broad. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Duckett is set for a key role at the top of England's order when they bid to regain the Ashes in Australia starting in November.

England rest opener Ben Duckett for Proteas T20Is and recall Sam Curran

Just bowling well is not enough sometimes to pick up a wicket, as teams even use different tactics to get under a batter’s skin. During the ongoing Oval Test between India and England, something similar unfolded early on day four, which eventually favoured the touring Indian Team. The instance involved England opener Ben Duckett and his counterpart Yashasvi Jaiswal. At a time when Mohammed Siraj was turning heads with his brilliant spell with the conditions also assisting him throughout, Jaiswal tried irking Duckett with some comments, which eventually worked wonders for India, as Siraj’s fellow seamer Prasidh Krishna made the most of it, dismissing him soon after.&nbsp;Unlike how the English openers attacked the Indian quicks in the first innings, they deployed a cautious approach during the run chase. Though both openers controlled the innings late on day three, Siraj dismissing Zak Crawley on the last ball of the day broke their stand.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-shubman-gill-to-kl-rahul-top-five-indian-run-scorers-in-andersontendulkar-trophy-1754203786260">In Pics | From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul: Top five Indian run-scorers in Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy</a> &nbsp;Batting alongside his stand-in captain for this game, Ollie Pope, Duckett took his time before chasing Siraj’s seaming off cutters, only for Jaiswal to hamper his concentration with a few words. Midway into an over in the first session, Jaiswal tried getting under Duckett’s skin, with the stump mic recording the whole conversation. &nbsp;Walking closer to Duckett, Jaiswal said, “Come on, I want to see your shots. Play the sweep, reverse sweep. This is not your game,” to which the English opener replied, ‘Why should I listen to you?' &nbsp;Watch Video -&nbsp;

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That conversation, however, seemed to have irked Duckett, who later played a wrong line to edge off Krishna to the second slip, with KL Rahul completing the catch on 54. &nbsp;Siraj, on the other hand, removed Pope trapped in front of the wickets for the second time in this match, sending two of England’s top orders back in the hut.<h3>Game evenly poised at the Oval&nbsp;</h3>With five sessions and seven wickets remaining, England need another 210 runs to win the fifth Test and take the series home. Although already leading the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy (2-1), a win here in London will seal their second series win this summer after thrashing Zimbabwe in a one-off Test earlier in May. &nbsp;Joe Root (23*) and Harry Brook (38*) are currently at the crease, with England’s scorecard reading 164 for three in 38 overs.

Joe Root (23*) and Harry Brook (38*) are currently at the crease, with England’s scorecard reading 164 for three in 38 overs. 

Just bowling well is not enough sometimes to pick up a wicket, as teams even use different tactics to get under a batter’s skin. During the ongoing Oval Test between India and England, something similar unfolded early on day four, which eventually favoured the touring Indian Team. The instance involved England opener Ben Duckett and his counterpart Yashasvi Jaiswal. At a time when Mohammed Siraj was turning heads with his brilliant spell with the conditions also assisting him throughout, Jaiswal tried irking Duckett with some comments, which eventually worked wonders for India, as Siraj’s fellow seamer Prasidh Krishna made the most of it, dismissing him soon after. Unlike how the English openers attacked the Indian quicks in the first innings, they deployed a cautious approach during the run chase. Though both openers controlled the innings late on day three, Siraj dismissing Zak Crawley on the last ball of the day broke their stand. In Pics | From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul: Top five Indian run-scorers in Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Batting alongside his stand-in captain for this game, Ollie Pope, Duckett took his time before chasing Siraj’s seaming off cutters, only for Jaiswal to hamper his concentration with a few words. Midway into an over in the first session, Jaiswal tried getting under Duckett’s skin, with the stump mic recording the whole conversation. Walking closer to Duckett, Jaiswal said, “Come on, I want to see your shots. Play the sweep, reverse sweep. This is not your game,” to which the English opener replied, ‘Why should I listen to you?' Watch Video -

Joe Root (23*) and Harry Brook (38*) are currently at the crease, with England’s scorecard reading 164 for three in 38 overs.&nbsp;

Oval Test: How Jaiswal’s sledging helped India remove Ben Duckett early on day 4 – WATCH

England opener Ben Duckett and Indian pacer Akash Deep shared a light-hearted moment of banter during the first session of day two in the fifth and final Test at The Oval — one that ended with the Indian quick having the last laugh. India, resuming at 204/8, were quickly bowled out for 224 in the morning, with England seizing control through a blistering opening stand from Duckett and Zak Crawley. The pair tore into a Jasprit Bumrah-less attack, racing to 92 in quick time and putting India firmly on the back foot.&nbsp;At one point, Duckett cheekily told Akash Deep, “You cannot get me out here.” The pacer stayed silent but watched the left-hander reverse ramp him for four soon after, drawing roars from the home crowd. However, momentum shifted a few balls later when Akash had Duckett edging to wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel for 43 off 38 balls (five fours, two sixes). In celebration, Akash pumped his fist, then wrapped an arm around Duckett with a smile, exchanging a few friendly words. The clip, shared by Star Sports on X, quickly went viral.&nbsp;The incident was just the latest flashpoint in a fiery series filled with verbal battles and high emotion — from Shubman Gill’s animated response to Crawley and Duckett’s time-wasting at Lord’s, to England’s frustration in Manchester when India declined an early draw in pursuit of centuries for Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, to head coach Gautam Gambhir’s tense exchange with The Oval pitch curator Lee Fortis. For both sides, this series has carried an extra edge, especially for the new-look Gill-led India trying to make a statement without stalwarts Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and R Ashwin.&nbsp;Earlier, England’s bowlers had done the damage with Gus Atkinson (5 wickets) and Josh Tongue (3/57) dismantling India’s batting. Karun Nair (57 off 109, 8 fours) and Washington Sundar (26 off 55, 3 fours) added a fighting 58 for the seventh wicket, but the innings fizzled out quickly.&nbsp;In reply, England went to lunch at 109/1, with Crawley unbeaten on a brisk 52 off 43 balls (12 fours) alongside Ollie Pope (12* off 16, 2 fours). The home side’s dominant start ensured they carried all the momentum into the rest of the day’s play.

You cant get me out here Ducketts banter backfires as Akash Deep wins mini battle

England opener Ben Duckett and Indian pacer Akash Deep shared a light-hearted moment of banter during the first session of day two in the fifth and final Test at The Oval — one that ended with the Indian quick having the last laugh. India, resuming at 204/8, were quickly bowled out for 224 in the morning, with England seizing control through a blistering opening stand from Duckett and Zak Crawley. The pair tore into a Jasprit Bumrah-less attack, racing to 92 in quick time and putting India firmly on the back foot. At one point, Duckett cheekily told Akash Deep, “You cannot get me out here.” The pacer stayed silent but watched the left-hander reverse ramp him for four soon after, drawing roars from the home crowd. However, momentum shifted a few balls later when Akash had Duckett edging to wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel for 43 off 38 balls (five fours, two sixes). In celebration, Akash pumped his fist, then wrapped an arm around Duckett with a smile, exchanging a few friendly words. The clip, shared by Star Sports on X, quickly went viral. The incident was just the latest flashpoint in a fiery series filled with verbal battles and high emotion — from Shubman Gill’s animated response to Crawley and Duckett’s time-wasting at Lord’s, to England’s frustration in Manchester when India declined an early draw in pursuit of centuries for Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, to head coach Gautam Gambhir’s tense exchange with The Oval pitch curator Lee Fortis. For both sides, this series has carried an extra edge, especially for the new-look Gill-led India trying to make a statement without stalwarts Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and R Ashwin. Earlier, England’s bowlers had done the damage with Gus Atkinson (5 wickets) and Josh Tongue (3/57) dismantling India’s batting. Karun Nair (57 off 109, 8 fours) and Washington Sundar (26 off 55, 3 fours) added a fighting 58 for the seventh wicket, but the innings fizzled out quickly. In reply, England went to lunch at 109/1, with Crawley unbeaten on a brisk 52 off 43 balls (12 fours) alongside Ollie Pope (12* off 16, 2 fours). The home side’s dominant start ensured they carried all the momentum into the rest of the day’s play.

India, resuming at 204/8, were quickly bowled out for 224 in the morning, with England seizing control through a blistering opening stand from Duckett and Zak Crawley

'You can’t get me out here' – Duckett’s banter backfires as Akash Deep wins mini-battle

England’s opening pair of Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley continued their dominance over India, smashing their way into the record books with yet another 50‑plus stand on day 2 of The Oval Test. Their opening partnership in the fifth and final match of the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy was their eighth 50‑plus stand against India—the joint most by any opening pair in Test cricket against the visitors.&nbsp;They went past the previous best of seven fifty-plus shared by England’s Alastair Cook and Andrew Strauss. Other notable partnerships in this elite list include Gordon Greenidge and Desmond Haynes (8) from the West Indies, Matthew Hayden and Justin Langer (7) from Australia and Bill Lawry and Bob Simpson (7) from Australia.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-5th-test-third-fastest-hundred-against-india-england-s-bazball-sets-oval-alight-1754053566527">IND vs ENG, 5th Test—Third‑fastest hundred against India: England’s Bazball sets Oval alight</a>&nbsp;In 18 innings against India, Duckett and Crawley have now added 984 runs together, overtaking Cook and Strauss’s tally of 932 runs in 20 innings. Duckett has been in stellar touch this series, scoring 408 runs in eight innings at an average of 51.00 with two fifties and a century. Crawley has been solid at the top too, with 264 runs in eight innings, including three fifties.&nbsp;In this match, they gave England yet another rapid start, racing to 92 for no loss before Duckett fell for a quick 43 off 38 balls. Crawley continued to dominate, reaching his fifty off just 43 deliveries.&nbsp;But India struck back hard after lunch. From a strong position of 109/1, England reeled to 215/7. Mohammed Siraj led the fightback with three wickets, while Prasidh Krishna delivered a double‑wicket over before both sides went for tea. India needs only two wickets to wrap up the innings, with India gaining a big advantage as Chris Woakes is not expected to bat, citing his left-shoulder injury.

Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley now have the joint most fifty- plus scores against India in Test history.

England’s opening pair of Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley continued their dominance over India, smashing their way into the record books with yet another 50‑plus stand on day 2 of The Oval Test. Their opening partnership in the fifth and final match of the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy was their eighth 50‑plus stand against India—the joint most by any opening pair in Test cricket against the visitors. They went past the previous best of seven fifty-plus shared by England’s Alastair Cook and Andrew Strauss. Other notable partnerships in this elite list include Gordon Greenidge and Desmond Haynes (8) from the West Indies, Matthew Hayden and Justin Langer (7) from Australia and Bill Lawry and Bob Simpson (7) from Australia. Also read | IND vs ENG, 5th Test—Third‑fastest hundred against India: England’s Bazball sets Oval alight In 18 innings against India, Duckett and Crawley have now added 984 runs together, overtaking Cook and Strauss’s tally of 932 runs in 20 innings. Duckett has been in stellar touch this series, scoring 408 runs in eight innings at an average of 51.00 with two fifties and a century. Crawley has been solid at the top too, with 264 runs in eight innings, including three fifties. In this match, they gave England yet another rapid start, racing to 92 for no loss before Duckett fell for a quick 43 off 38 balls. Crawley continued to dominate, reaching his fifty off just 43 deliveries. But India struck back hard after lunch. From a strong position of 109/1, England reeled to 215/7. Mohammed Siraj led the fightback with three wickets, while Prasidh Krishna delivered a double‑wicket over before both sides went for tea. India needs only two wickets to wrap up the innings, with India gaining a big advantage as Chris Woakes is not expected to bat, citing his left-shoulder injury.

Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley now have the joint most fifty- plus scores against India in Test history.

IND vs ENG, 5th Test: Duckett-Crawley equal most 50+ partnerships against India in Test history

Ben Duckett led England’s charge with a blistering 94 as the hosts delivered a potential knock-out punch to India on day two of the fourth Test at Manchester on Thursday (July 24). Chasing India’s first-innings total of 358, England raced to 225/2 at stumps, riding on a commanding 166-run opening stand between Duckett and Zak Crawley (84 off 113). The visitors now lead by just 133 runs, and with Joe Root (11*) and Ollie Pope (20*) unbeaten, England will eye a substantial first-innings advantage.&nbsp;Earlier in the day, India’s innings was marked by a moment of immense courage from Rishabh Pant. Battling a fractured right foot, Pant walked out to bat and compiled a heroic 54 off 75 balls, helping India go past 350 on a seamer-friendly surface. His brave knock was the emotional high point of the day and drew praise from all quarters.&nbsp;England, however, came out with aggressive intent. Duckett, in particular, was ruthless against India’s wayward pace attack. Both openers found boundaries at will, reaching their half-centuries at a rapid pace — Crawley in 73 balls, Duckett in just 46. Despite the introduction of Shardul Thakur and Ravindra Jadeja, the boundary flow didn’t stop. India finally broke through in the 33rd over when Crawley edged Jadeja to KL Rahul at first slip, falling for 84. Duckett continued to attack, hammering three boundaries in one Siraj over, but perished on 94 when he slashed at a wide ball from debutant Anshul Kamboj and was caught behind by Dhruv Jurel — giving the young pacer his maiden Test scalp.&nbsp;Root and Pope then steadied the innings, opting for a more cautious approach as India looked for inroads with the second new ball. Bumrah came close to dismissing Root, but an LBW appeal was overturned due to the ball’s impact being outside off. By stumps, England had firmly seized the momentum, with their aggressive top-order performance setting up an opportunity to claim a significant first-innings lead and put India under pressure going forward.

IND vs ENG, 4th Test: England end day two at 225/2, trail India by 133 runs

Ben Duckett led England’s charge with a blistering 94 as the hosts delivered a potential knock-out punch to India on day two of the fourth Test at Manchester on Thursday (July 24). Chasing India’s first-innings total of 358, England raced to 225/2 at stumps, riding on a commanding 166-run opening stand between Duckett and Zak Crawley (84 off 113). The visitors now lead by just 133 runs, and with Joe Root (11*) and Ollie Pope (20*) unbeaten, England will eye a substantial first-innings advantage. Earlier in the day, India’s innings was marked by a moment of immense courage from Rishabh Pant. Battling a fractured right foot, Pant walked out to bat and compiled a heroic 54 off 75 balls, helping India go past 350 on a seamer-friendly surface. His brave knock was the emotional high point of the day and drew praise from all quarters. England, however, came out with aggressive intent. Duckett, in particular, was ruthless against India’s wayward pace attack. Both openers found boundaries at will, reaching their half-centuries at a rapid pace — Crawley in 73 balls, Duckett in just 46. Despite the introduction of Shardul Thakur and Ravindra Jadeja, the boundary flow didn’t stop. India finally broke through in the 33rd over when Crawley edged Jadeja to KL Rahul at first slip, falling for 84. Duckett continued to attack, hammering three boundaries in one Siraj over, but perished on 94 when he slashed at a wide ball from debutant Anshul Kamboj and was caught behind by Dhruv Jurel — giving the young pacer his maiden Test scalp. Root and Pope then steadied the innings, opting for a more cautious approach as India looked for inroads with the second new ball. Bumrah came close to dismissing Root, but an LBW appeal was overturned due to the ball’s impact being outside off. By stumps, England had firmly seized the momentum, with their aggressive top-order performance setting up an opportunity to claim a significant first-innings lead and put India under pressure going forward.

Openers Ben Duckett (94 off 100 balls) and Zak Crawley (84 off 113 balls) led England's strong response with a brisk 166-run partnership, as the home team trailed India by 133 runs in their first innings at close of play

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has been slapped with a 15 per cent match fee fine by the International Cricket Council (ICC) after an on-field incident was reported to the match referee. The fine was slapped on Monday (July 14) by the ICC for breaching the Code of Conduct after Siraj was seen ramming his shoulder into England opener Ben Duckett in the opening session of Day 4. The Indian pacer would later play a key role in bowling England out for 192 runs in their second innings.<h2>ICC fines Siraj</h2>“Siraj was guilty of breaching Article 2.5 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to ‘using language, actions or gestures which disparage or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon his/her dismissal during an International Match’,” a statement from the ICC read. “In addition to the fine, one demerit point has been added to Siraj's disciplinary record, for whom it was the second offence in a 24-month period, taking his tally to two demerit points,” the ICC release added. The demerit point won’t make any difference for Siraj in the upcoming matches as he will remain available unless any injury or tactical reason keeps him away. When a player reaches four or more demerit points within a 24-month period, they are converted into suspension points and a player is banned. Currently, he has two demerit points to his name and needs to be careful in the future.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-i-keep-looking-up-to-him-wimbledon-champion-jannik-sinner-full-of-praise-for-carlos-alcaraz-1752463414215">'I keep looking up to him': Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner full of praise for Carlos Alcaraz</a><h2>Lord’s Test hangs in balance</h2>India need just a further 135 runs for victory, though sit precariously at 58/4, up against an imposing bowling attack, a difficult day five Lord's surface and a boisterous London crowd ready to push their side on. England were earlier bowled out for 192 runs setting India a below-par target to win the Lord’s Test. The teams had earlier canceled out one another having been bowled out for 387 in their respective first innings.

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has been slapped with a 15 per cent match fee fine by the International Cricket Council (ICC) after an on-field incident was reported to the match referee.

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has been slapped with a 15 per cent match fee fine by the International Cricket Council (ICC) after an on-field incident was reported to the match referee. The fine was slapped on Monday (July 14) by the ICC for breaching the Code of Conduct after Siraj was seen ramming his shoulder into England opener Ben Duckett in the opening session of Day 4. The Indian pacer would later play a key role in bowling England out for 192 runs in their second innings. ICC fines Siraj “Siraj was guilty of breaching Article 2.5 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to ‘using language, actions or gestures which disparage or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon his/her dismissal during an International Match’,” a statement from the ICC read. “In addition to the fine, one demerit point has been added to Siraj's disciplinary record, for whom it was the second offence in a 24-month period, taking his tally to two demerit points,” the ICC release added. The demerit point won’t make any difference for Siraj in the upcoming matches as he will remain available unless any injury or tactical reason keeps him away. When a player reaches four or more demerit points within a 24-month period, they are converted into suspension points and a player is banned. Currently, he has two demerit points to his name and needs to be careful in the future. ALSO READ | 'I keep looking up to him': Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner full of praise for Carlos Alcaraz Lord’s Test hangs in balance India need just a further 135 runs for victory, though sit precariously at 58/4, up against an imposing bowling attack, a difficult day five Lord's surface and a boisterous London crowd ready to push their side on. England were earlier bowled out for 192 runs setting India a below-par target to win the Lord’s Test. The teams had earlier canceled out one another having been bowled out for 387 in their respective first innings.

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has been slapped with a 15 per cent match fee fine by the International Cricket Council (ICC) after an on-field incident was reported to the match referee.

IND vs ENG, Lord's Test: ICC slaps fine on Mohammed Siraj for ramming shoulder with Ben Duckett

Team India is on top of England early on day four at Lord’s. After the last-over drama that made headlines late on day three, involving Zak Crawley, Indian captain Shubman Gill and pacer Jasprit Bumrah, the upbeat Indian unit put England’s back against the wall with four wickets inside the first session on Sunday morning (Jul 13). However, what stood out were a few unplayable deliveries from Bumrah, one of which did hit Crawley’s batting hand, unlike how Zak pretended during that fiery last over, and Mohammed Siraj’s fiery send-off to English opener Ben Duckett after dismissing him on 12.&nbsp;

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Unlike how Jasprit Bumrah celebrates his dismissals with sheer calmness and staple style, Siraj is known for expressing loud after picking up a wicket.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ajinkya-rahane-clears-intentions-on-future-with-team-india-says-i-still-want-to-1752390317511">Ajinkya Rahane clears intentions on future with Team India, says ‘I still want to...’</a> &nbsp;Duckett was the first one to dismiss inside the sixth over, trying to slog one of Siraj’s good-length deliveries, only for Bumrah to comfortably grab it at mid-on. Siraj celebrated loudly in Duckett’s face as the English batter walked towards the pavilion in despair.<h3>WATCH Siraj’s fiery send-off to Duckett –</h3>

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Meanwhile, he accounted for Ollie Pope a few overs later, trapping him in the front before Nitish Kumar Reddy dismissed under fire Crawley, caught in the gully, on 22.&nbsp; &nbsp;In no time, England were 50 for three early on day four.&nbsp; &nbsp;Harry Brook and Joe Root steadied the innings with a quick partnership, thanks to two lap sweeps and a six over long-off off Akash Deep in an over, only to miss another one in his next over and get clean bowled on 23 off 17 balls, hitting four fours and a six.&nbsp; &nbsp;Considering England’s second-inning total will be India’s target as both teams finished on the same score in their respective first outings at the Lord’s, losing four wickets before lunch in a session is a dent to their quest of returning in the five-match series. &nbsp;At lunch on day four, England’s scorecard read 98 for four in 25 overs, with the hosts leading by the same runs.

Duckett was the first one to dismiss inside the sixth over, trying to slog one of Siraj’s good-length deliveries, only for Bumrah to comfortably grab it at mid-on.

Team India is on top of England early on day four at Lord’s. After the last-over drama that made headlines late on day three, involving Zak Crawley, Indian captain Shubman Gill and pacer Jasprit Bumrah, the upbeat Indian unit put England’s back against the wall with four wickets inside the first session on Sunday morning (Jul 13). However, what stood out were a few unplayable deliveries from Bumrah, one of which did hit Crawley’s batting hand, unlike how Zak pretended during that fiery last over, and Mohammed Siraj’s fiery send-off to English opener Ben Duckett after dismissing him on 12.

Duckett was the first one to dismiss inside the sixth over, trying to slog one of Siraj’s good-length deliveries, only for Bumrah to comfortably grab it at mid-on.

WATCH: Mohammed Siraj gives fiery send-off to Duckett as India stand tall in opening session on day 4

Indian keeper-batter Rishabh Pant has achieved his career-best rankings following hitting twin tons against England at Headingley in Leeds. English opener Ben Duckett also entered the top ten, attaining the eighth position in the updated list. Pant, who became just the second gloveman to hit two centuries in the same Test after Zimbabwe legend Andy Flower, jumped one spot to seventh place - his best-ever in Tests. Though Pant made headlines for his heroics in the series opener, his efforts were not enough for India to cross the winning line.&nbsp;Aided by Duckett's 149 in the second innings, England completed the 371-run chase with five wickets remaining. Duckett scored over 200 runs in the Test, having hit a vital 62 in the first innings. The left-handed batter stitched a brilliant 188-run partnership with Zak Crawley for the first wicket in the final innings, laying the platform for England's second-most successful Test run chase ever.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wi-vs-aus-day-2-australia-lead-by-82-as-barbados-test-hangs-on-a-knife-edge-jayden-seales-1750988126963">WI vs AUS: Australia lead by 82 after day 2 as Barbados Test hangs on a knife edge</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, Pant broke plenty of records in Leeds. After going past his former team captain Rohit Sharma for most sixes in the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, only second to Ben Stokes, Pant became the Indian keeper-batter with the most runs hit across two innings in one Test, surpassing MS Dhoni’s tally. He also became the first Indian gloveman to smash twin centuries in one game, completing his eighth in Tests – the most by any Indian keeper ever. &nbsp;On the other hand, Shubman Gill jumped five places to 20th after hitting his maiden hundred as the new India Test captain; Ollie Pope, who was also among runs for England in Leeds, moved three places to 19th.&nbsp; &nbsp;Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 101 in the first innings, is the highest-ranked Indian batter, placed fourth, with batting giant Joe Root attaining the top spot. Harry Brook retained his second place following a lucky yet glorious 99 in the first Test.<h3>Bumrah retains top spot &nbsp;</h3>Jasprit Bumrah, India’s best bet on the tour of England, continues to hog all the attention at the top spot, with South African quick Kagiso Rabada and Australian captain Pat Cummins attaining the second and third positions, respectively. &nbsp;Bumrah was among the wicket-takers for India in Leeds, picking a five-wicket haul in the first innings – his 12th away from home and 14th overall in Tests.&nbsp; &nbsp;In the all-rounders rankings, Ravindra Jadeja continues to lead, with Stokes jumping three places to the fifth spot.&nbsp;

Though Pant made headlines for his heroics in the series opener, his efforts were not enough for India to cross the winning line.

Indian keeper-batter Rishabh Pant has achieved his career-best rankings following hitting twin tons against England at Headingley in Leeds. English opener Ben Duckett also entered the top ten, attaining the eighth position in the updated list. Pant, who became just the second gloveman to hit two centuries in the same Test after Zimbabwe legend Andy Flower, jumped one spot to seventh place - his best-ever in Tests. Though Pant made headlines for his heroics in the series opener, his efforts were not enough for India to cross the winning line. Aided by Duckett's 149 in the second innings, England completed the 371-run chase with five wickets remaining. Duckett scored over 200 runs in the Test, having hit a vital 62 in the first innings. The left-handed batter stitched a brilliant 188-run partnership with Zak Crawley for the first wicket in the final innings, laying the platform for England's second-most successful Test run chase ever. Also read | WI vs AUS: Australia lead by 82 after day 2 as Barbados Test hangs on a knife edge Meanwhile, Pant broke plenty of records in Leeds. After going past his former team captain Rohit Sharma for most sixes in the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, only second to Ben Stokes, Pant became the Indian keeper-batter with the most runs hit across two innings in one Test, surpassing MS Dhoni’s tally. He also became the first Indian gloveman to smash twin centuries in one game, completing his eighth in Tests – the most by any Indian keeper ever. On the other hand, Shubman Gill jumped five places to 20th after hitting his maiden hundred as the new India Test captain; Ollie Pope, who was also among runs for England in Leeds, moved three places to 19th. Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 101 in the first innings, is the highest-ranked Indian batter, placed fourth, with batting giant Joe Root attaining the top spot. Harry Brook retained his second place following a lucky yet glorious 99 in the first Test. Bumrah retains top spot Jasprit Bumrah, India’s best bet on the tour of England, continues to hog all the attention at the top spot, with South African quick Kagiso Rabada and Australian captain Pat Cummins attaining the second and third positions, respectively. Bumrah was among the wicket-takers for India in Leeds, picking a five-wicket haul in the first innings – his 12th away from home and 14th overall in Tests. In the all-rounders rankings, Ravindra Jadeja continues to lead, with Stokes jumping three places to the fifth spot.

Though Pant made headlines for his heroics in the series opener, his efforts were not enough for India to cross the winning line.

ICC Test Rankings: Rishabh Pant attains career-best position after twin tons in Leeds, England opener Duckett in top 10

England opening batter Ben Duckett, who scored match-winning 149 against India in fourth innings of first Test at Headingley, has revealed the team's strategy behind chasing down 371-run target. Duckett and his partner Zak Crawley (65) added 188 runs for the opening wicket - the highest against India in Test in fourth innings - only after seeing off Jasprit Bumrah and new ball under overcast skies in Leeds. The plan worked as Bumrah was left wicketless and with remaining Indian bowlers inexperienced, England romped home with five wickets spare.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-exocet-england-prove-bazball-is-test-crickets-exocet-with-yet-another-headingley-win-1750850752472">England prove Bazball is Test cricket's Exocet with yet another Headingley win</a>"In that period (morning session), it was really important that me and Zak got through without losing any wickets," Duckett said at the presentations after being named Player of the Match. "It was pretty clear to us this morning. If we batted for the whole day [at the tempo that] we normally do, we'd probably get the total, so we didn't overthink anything. Certainly we had to get through Jasprit's first spell and that new ball, and from there on, we were just playing our natural games."He's a world-class bowler," Duckett added, after England denied Bumrah even a single wicket in the second innings despite his five-for in the first."In that first innings, he was superb, so to limit his damage was massive for us. Our individuals are all going to go about it differently, but I thought we did play him very well."About the sessions, England scored 96 in the first session till lunch on day 5 in 24 overs at 4 runs per over without losing a wicket. In the next session, they lost four wickets but they scored 152 runs at 5.3 runs per over. In the last session, they needed only 23.3 over to chase down remaining 102 runs at 4.3 runs per over for loss of only one wicket. England chased down 350 runs in 76 overs at a run-rate of 4.60 on the fifth day pitch - the second most in a successful chase.

Duckett and his partner Zak Crawley (65) added 188 runs for the opening wicket - the highest against India in Test in fourth innings - only after seeing off Jasprit Bumrah and new ball under overcast skies in Leeds.

England opening batter Ben Duckett, who scored match-winning 149 against India in fourth innings of first Test at Headingley, has revealed the team's strategy behind chasing down 371-run target. Duckett and his partner Zak Crawley (65) added 188 runs for the opening wicket - the highest against India in Test in fourth innings - only after seeing off Jasprit Bumrah and new ball under overcast skies in Leeds. The plan worked as Bumrah was left wicketless and with remaining Indian bowlers inexperienced, England romped home with five wickets spare. Also Read - England prove Bazball is Test cricket's Exocet with yet another Headingley win "In that period (morning session), it was really important that me and Zak got through without losing any wickets," Duckett said at the presentations after being named Player of the Match. "It was pretty clear to us this morning. If we batted for the whole day [at the tempo that] we normally do, we'd probably get the total, so we didn't overthink anything. Certainly we had to get through Jasprit's first spell and that new ball, and from there on, we were just playing our natural games. "He's a world-class bowler," Duckett added, after England denied Bumrah even a single wicket in the second innings despite his five-for in the first. "In that first innings, he was superb, so to limit his damage was massive for us. Our individuals are all going to go about it differently, but I thought we did play him very well." About the sessions, England scored 96 in the first session till lunch on day 5 in 24 overs at 4 runs per over without losing a wicket. In the next session, they lost four wickets but they scored 152 runs at 5.3 runs per over. In the last session, they needed only 23.3 over to chase down remaining 102 runs at 4.3 runs per over for loss of only one wicket. England chased down 350 runs in 76 overs at a run-rate of 4.60 on the fifth day pitch - the second most in a successful chase.

Duckett and his partner Zak Crawley (65) added 188 runs for the opening wicket - the highest against India in Test in fourth innings - only after seeing off Jasprit Bumrah and new ball under overcast skies in Leeds.

IND vs ENG: 'Limit his damage...,' England opener Duckett reveals team strategy behind chasing down 371 vs India at Headingley

India skipper Shubman Gill admitted the collapse of the lower order in both the innings did prove expensive for them during the five wicket loss to England in the first Test on Tuesday (June 24). Despite vice-captain Rishabh Pant scoring centuries in each innings of the opening Tests and other key batters in openers KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Gill himself hitting their respective tons, India failed to get to big totals in both the innings and also dropped crucial catches. This is the first time in history of Indian cricket that a team lost a Test after five individual hundreds being scored by its batters. India lost from 430/3 in the first innings to 471 with seven wickets for 41 runs and in the second, they fell to 364 all-out from 333/4, losing six wickets for 31 runs.&nbsp;"A brilliant Test match," said Gill after the loss. "We had chances in the match, a few dropped catches, and the lower order didn't contribute as it would have been." Reflecting on the second innings, where India collapsed from 333/4 to 364 all out, Gill revealed that India were initially planning a declaration. “Yesterday we were thinking to give them around 400-430 to chase and declare, but our lower order added around 20-25 runs, which is never a good sign,” he said. “Even today, I thought after their brilliant opening partnership, we did have our chances but just didn't go our way.”&nbsp;Sharing his thought on what he might have done differently as captain, Gill said, “The first session we bowled, we were quite spot on. But it's quite hard to stop the runs once the ball gets old, and you have to keep picking wickets to stay in the game. Unfortunately, some catches didn't find the fielders and didn't go our way, but I think they batted really well. After the ball got old, they took their chances, and their opening partnership took the game away from us.” Jasprit Bumrah’s performance also drew interest, especially after he went wicketless in the second innings. Gill confirmed the team would assess his workload before the second Test. “It's definitely more game by game. There's a good break after this Test match, so once we are close to the match, we'll see.”

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Lower-order collapse, missed opportunities hurt India, admits Gill on loss

India skipper Shubman Gill admitted the collapse of the lower order in both the innings did prove expensive for them during the five wicket loss to England in the first Test on Tuesday (June 24). Despite vice-captain Rishabh Pant scoring centuries in each innings of the opening Tests and other key batters in openers KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Gill himself hitting their respective tons, India failed to get to big totals in both the innings and also dropped crucial catches. This is the first time in history of Indian cricket that a team lost a Test after five individual hundreds being scored by its batters. India lost from 430/3 in the first innings to 471 with seven wickets for 41 runs and in the second, they fell to 364 all-out from 333/4, losing six wickets for 31 runs. "A brilliant Test match," said Gill after the loss. "We had chances in the match, a few dropped catches, and the lower order didn't contribute as it would have been." Reflecting on the second innings, where India collapsed from 333/4 to 364 all out, Gill revealed that India were initially planning a declaration. “Yesterday we were thinking to give them around 400-430 to chase and declare, but our lower order added around 20-25 runs, which is never a good sign,” he said. “Even today, I thought after their brilliant opening partnership, we did have our chances but just didn't go our way.” Sharing his thought on what he might have done differently as captain, Gill said, “The first session we bowled, we were quite spot on. But it's quite hard to stop the runs once the ball gets old, and you have to keep picking wickets to stay in the game. Unfortunately, some catches didn't find the fielders and didn't go our way, but I think they batted really well. After the ball got old, they took their chances, and their opening partnership took the game away from us.” Jasprit Bumrah’s performance also drew interest, especially after he went wicketless in the second innings. Gill confirmed the team would assess his workload before the second Test. “It's definitely more game by game. There's a good break after this Test match, so once we are close to the match, we'll see.”

India collapsed from 430/3 in the first innings to 471, losing seven wickets for 41 runs and in the second, they crumbled to 364 all-out from 333/4, losing six wickets for 31 runs

England chased down 371-run target on day 5 (June 24) of the first Test at Headingley and beat India by five wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. England opener Ben Duckett (149) scored a hundred while Joe Root scored unbeaten 53 as England completed their second highest and third overall successful chase at home. Before this, they had chased down 378 runs, also against India, in 2022 Birmingham Test. With Bumrah out of colour in the second innings, no Indian bowler could pose a real threat to England batting line despite overcast conditions.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-duckett-becomes-first-england-opener-to-score-4th-innings-ton-vs-india-in-england-1750772789424">IND vs ENG: Duckett achieves RARE feat with fourth innings ton vs India at Headingley</a>Duckett and Zak Crawley (65) had added 188 runs for the first wicket - highest 4th innings opening partnership vs India - and the game kept going farther for India. By the time Shardul Thakur took two consecutive wickets to bring England four down at 250-odd, it was too late for India.England negated the first session without losing a wicket and added 96 runs as well. Duckett had already crossed his fifty and was looking good for more. After a bit of rain delay in the session, Prasidh Krishna removed Crawley and then Ollie Pope shortly after as England crossed 200-run mark.Duckett then added 47 runs for the third wicket before Shardul removed him and Harry Brook on consecutive balls. Skipper Stokes then added 49 runs with Root for the fifth wicket to take England past 300 and all but shut the door on India. Jadeja removed stokes after the England skipper on 33 after he tried one too many reverse sweeps. Root added remaining runs with wicketkeeper-batter Jaime Smith, who remained not out on 44.For India, Krishna and Thakur took two wickets each and became only pacers apart from Roger Binny and Kapil Dev to take wickets&nbsp; in fourth innings at Headingley. &nbsp;

Duckett (149) and Zak Crawley (65) had added 188 runs for the first wicket - highest 4th innings opening partnership vs India - and the game kept going farther for India. By the time Shardul Thakur took two consecutive wickets to bring England four down at 250-odd, it was too late for India.

England chased down 371-run target on day 5 (June 24) of the first Test at Headingley and beat India by five wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. England opener Ben Duckett (149) scored a hundred while Joe Root scored unbeaten 53 as England completed their second highest and third overall successful chase at home. Before this, they had chased down 378 runs, also against India, in 2022 Birmingham Test. With Bumrah out of colour in the second innings, no Indian bowler could pose a real threat to England batting line despite overcast conditions. Also Read - IND vs ENG: Duckett achieves RARE feat with fourth innings ton vs India at Headingley Duckett and Zak Crawley (65) had added 188 runs for the first wicket - highest 4th innings opening partnership vs India - and the game kept going farther for India. By the time Shardul Thakur took two consecutive wickets to bring England four down at 250-odd, it was too late for India. England negated the first session without losing a wicket and added 96 runs as well. Duckett had already crossed his fifty and was looking good for more. After a bit of rain delay in the session, Prasidh Krishna removed Crawley and then Ollie Pope shortly after as England crossed 200-run mark. Duckett then added 47 runs for the third wicket before Shardul removed him and Harry Brook on consecutive balls. Skipper Stokes then added 49 runs with Root for the fifth wicket to take England past 300 and all but shut the door on India. Jadeja removed stokes after the England skipper on 33 after he tried one too many reverse sweeps. Root added remaining runs with wicketkeeper-batter Jaime Smith, who remained not out on 44. For India, Krishna and Thakur took two wickets each and became only pacers apart from Roger Binny and Kapil Dev to take wickets in fourth innings at Headingley.

England opener Ben Duckett (149) scored a hundred while Joe Root scored unbeaten 53 as England completed their second highest and third overall successful chase at home. Before this, they had chased down 378 runs, also against India, in 2022 Birmingham Test.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Openers, Root take England 1-0 up with five wickets win vs India at Headingley

IND vs ENG: Ben Duckett scored a magnificent 149 at Headingley in 2025 England vs India Test and became the sixth opener overall to score a Test hundred against India in fourth innings of a Test.

IND vs ENG: Ben Duckett scored a magnificent 149 at Headingley in 2025 England vs India Test and became the sixth opener overall to score a Test hundred against India in fourth innings of a Test.

England's Duckett becomes sixth opener to score fourth innings Test ton vs India - Last batter was from Bangladesh

England batter Ben Duckett has become the first English opener to score a Test hundred in the fourth innings against India in England. Duckett achieved the feat during on day 5 (Jun 24) of the first Test at Headingley in Leeds. By the time rain stopped play on the final day, Duckett was batting at 105 not out with his partner Zak Crawley at 59. Duckett is also only the fifth England batter overall to score a fourth innings Test ton against India in England. He was eventually dismissed for 149.List of batters to score a fourth innings Test hundred against India in England:<ul><li>Joe Root - 142 not out - Birmingham 2022</li><li>Jonny Bairstow - 114 not out - Birmingham 2022</li><li>Jos Buttler - 106 - Nottingham 2018</li><li>Ben Duckett - 105 not out - Leeds 2025 (ongoing)</li><li>Kevin Pietersen - 101 - The Oval 2007</li></ul>Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-crawley-duckett-stitch-record-ton-partnership-in-4th-innings-to-put-india-on-backfoot-in-headingley-1750769290433">IND vs ENG: Crawley, Duckett stitch record ton partnership in 4th innings to put India on backfoot at Headingley</a>Duckett is also only the ninth English opener to score a hundred in fourth innings in a Test in England and first since former skipper Andrew Strauss who had scored 106 against New Zealand in Manchester in 2008.England in command of chase at HeadingleyAt the time on rain interruption, England were batting at 181/0 while chasing 371 and need only 190 runs to more to win and take a 1-0 lead in the five Test series.This in only the fourth time that a hundred partnership has been stitched for the opening wicket at the venue and England openers have made it a best one. The previous record was with Verdun Scott and Bert Sutcliffe of New Zealand who had added 112 runs for the first wicket in 1949. By lunch on day 5, Crawley and Duckett had added 117 runs - the highest fourth innings partnership against India in Leeds.England started the day from overnight score of 21/0 in chase of 371. The overcast conditions were supposed to benefit the Indian bowlers but the English batters put them at bay with ease.

Duckett is also only the ninth English opener to score a hundred in fourth innings in a Test in England and first since former skipper Andrew Strauss who had scored 106 against New Zealand in Manchester in 2008.

England batter Ben Duckett has become the first English opener to score a Test hundred in the fourth innings against India in England. Duckett achieved the feat during on day 5 (Jun 24) of the first Test at Headingley in Leeds. By the time rain stopped play on the final day, Duckett was batting at 105 not out with his partner Zak Crawley at 59. Duckett is also only the fifth England batter overall to score a fourth innings Test ton against India in England. He was eventually dismissed for 149. List of batters to score a fourth innings Test hundred against India in England: Joe Root - 142 not out - Birmingham 2022 Jonny Bairstow - 114 not out - Birmingham 2022 Jos Buttler - 106 - Nottingham 2018 Ben Duckett - 105 not out - Leeds 2025 (ongoing) Kevin Pietersen - 101 - The Oval 2007 Also Read - IND vs ENG: Crawley, Duckett stitch record ton partnership in 4th innings to put India on backfoot at Headingley Duckett is also only the ninth English opener to score a hundred in fourth innings in a Test in England and first since former skipper Andrew Strauss who had scored 106 against New Zealand in Manchester in 2008. England in command of chase at Headingley At the time on rain interruption, England were batting at 181/0 while chasing 371 and need only 190 runs to more to win and take a 1-0 lead in the five Test series. This in only the fourth time that a hundred partnership has been stitched for the opening wicket at the venue and England openers have made it a best one. The previous record was with Verdun Scott and Bert Sutcliffe of New Zealand who had added 112 runs for the first wicket in 1949. By lunch on day 5, Crawley and Duckett had added 117 runs - the highest fourth innings partnership against India in Leeds. England started the day from overnight score of 21/0 in chase of 371. The overcast conditions were supposed to benefit the Indian bowlers but the English batters put them at bay with ease.

By the time rain stopped play on the final day, Duckett was batting at 105 not out with his partner Zak Crawley at 59. Duckett is also only the fifth England batter overall to score a fourth innings Test ton against India in England.

IND vs ENG: Duckett achieves RARE feat with fourth innings ton vs India at Headingley

England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett gave their team a solid base with a century partnership for the first wicket on day of 5 (Jun 24) of the first Test against India at Headingley in Leeds. This in only the fourth time that a hundred partnership has been stitched for the opening wicket at the venue and England openers have made it a best one. The previous record was with Verdun Scott and Bert Sutcliffe of New Zealand who had added 112 runs for the first wicket in 1949. By lunch on day 5, Crawley and Duckett had added 117 runs - the highest fourth innings partnership against India in Leeds. The partnership was eventually broken after 188 runs were added for the first wicket.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-who-has-most-test-100s-by-an-indian-in-england-pant-equals-sachins-historic-feat-with-twin-tons-in-headingley-test-1750765079557">IND vs ENG: Pant equals Tendulkar's HISTORIC feat with twin tons in Headingley Test</a>England started the day from overnight score of 21/0 in chase of 371. The overcast conditions were supposed to benefit the Indian bowlers but the English batters put them at bay with ease. By lunch, &nbsp;Duckett had crossed his fifty - second of the match - while Crawley was batting at 42.The Test match has been mostly in India's favour for the previous four days when they broke multiple batting records despite being an underdog without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma - both of whom retired.In the two innings, India recorded five hundreds - one each from Jaiswal, Rahul, Gill and two from Pant - the first ever instance for them. Pant also became the first wicketkeeper-batter since 2001 and only second overall to score two tons in a Test.Jaiswal and Gill became the first Indian opening pair to score a ton (in any innings) in same Test since Vijay Hazare and Syed Mushtaq Ali in 1936 Manchester Test.Among bowlers, Bumrah surpassed Pak great Wasim Akram (146) to record most wickets in SENA countries by an Asian bowler.

By lunch on day 5, Crawley and Duckett had added 118 runs - the highest fourth innings partnership against India in Leeds.

England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett gave their team a solid base with a century partnership for the first wicket on day of 5 (Jun 24) of the first Test against India at Headingley in Leeds. This in only the fourth time that a hundred partnership has been stitched for the opening wicket at the venue and England openers have made it a best one. The previous record was with Verdun Scott and Bert Sutcliffe of New Zealand who had added 112 runs for the first wicket in 1949. By lunch on day 5, Crawley and Duckett had added 117 runs - the highest fourth innings partnership against India in Leeds. The partnership was eventually broken after 188 runs were added for the first wicket. Also Read - IND vs ENG: Pant equals Tendulkar's HISTORIC feat with twin tons in Headingley Test England started the day from overnight score of 21/0 in chase of 371. The overcast conditions were supposed to benefit the Indian bowlers but the English batters put them at bay with ease. By lunch, Duckett had crossed his fifty - second of the match - while Crawley was batting at 42. The Test match has been mostly in India's favour for the previous four days when they broke multiple batting records despite being an underdog without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma - both of whom retired. In the two innings, India recorded five hundreds - one each from Jaiswal, Rahul, Gill and two from Pant - the first ever instance for them. Pant also became the first wicketkeeper-batter since 2001 and only second overall to score two tons in a Test. Jaiswal and Gill became the first Indian opening pair to score a ton (in any innings) in same Test since Vijay Hazare and Syed Mushtaq Ali in 1936 Manchester Test. Among bowlers, Bumrah surpassed Pak great Wasim Akram (146) to record most wickets in SENA countries by an Asian bowler.

The previous record was with Verdun Scott and Bert Sutcliffe of New Zealand who had added 112 runs for the first wicket in 1949. By lunch on day 5, Crawley and Duckett had added 118 runs - the highest fourth innings partnership against India in Leeds.

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England Cricket managing director Robert Key might have defended his team and their performance following their <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/dismal-england-end-champions-trophy-2025-campaign-on-winless-note-as-south-africa-win-group-b-8769237" rel="dofollow">embarrassing exit</a> from the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy" rel="dofollow">Champions Trophy 2025</a> but came down hard on English players for forgetting to draw a line during media interactions. Though they can still put behind such results with better performances in upcoming series, what will hurt them is the social media flak for some of their players' unnecessary remarks.
England was placed in Group B alongside Australia, South Africa and Afghanistan, losing to all three and exiting the tournament with zero points. Though their ODI woes seem to swell up a bit after this result, Key is keen on making right calls to bring their One-Day cricket back on track, wanting to start with something unrelated to the on-field game &ndash; the media interactions.
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<h2>What happened?</h2>
England toured India for the white-ball leg ahead of the first showpiece event of the year, losing seven of the eight contested matches across two formats. After several media reports of them skipping training sessions throughout the series made headlines, the head coach, Brendon McCullum and then-captain Jos Buttler defended it.&nbsp;
However, what went wrong for them was opener Ben Duckett&rsquo;s remarks after the series conclusion, saying England wouldn&rsquo;t mind losing to India in a bilateral series as long as England beat them in an ICC event final, which was far from what unfolded this time.&nbsp;
Following England&rsquo;s exit from the competition, Key addressed this, saying, "I have no issue with the way our guys go about things. But there's no doubt that we've got to get better when we're doing interviews when players are doing their post-match press conferences; we speak a lot of rubbish a lot of the time.&rdquo;
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Though Duckett&rsquo;s standout performance (227 runs in three matches) helped him escape fans&rsquo; mocking and backlash on social media, Key said despite every right effort put in to maintain the dressing room&rsquo;s decorum, such remarks are not welcomed.&nbsp;
&ldquo;They're trying so hard to not sort of upset players in the dressing room, not try and give away something that they don't think they should, and then they end up creating headlines through that,&rdquo; Key said in a chat with Sky Sports.&nbsp;
&ldquo;But I don't kill people for the things they say. There's not a world in where we think the players don't care, that they don't want to go and get big scores, that they don't care about winning, that they're arrogant.&nbsp;
"That's absolutely not true. Half the time when they're getting themselves into trouble it's because they're actually trying to concentrate so hard that they end up making mistakes,&rdquo; he said.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Sports, Cricket: England was placed in Group B alongside Australia, South Africa and Afghanistan, losing to all three and exiting the tournament with zero points.

England Cricket managing director Robert Key might have defended his team and their performance following their embarrassing exit from the Champions Trophy 2025 but came down hard on English players for forgetting to draw a line during media interactions. Though they can still put behind such results with better performances in upcoming series, what will hurt them is the social media flak for some of their players' unnecessary remarks. England was placed in Group B alongside Australia, South Africa and Afghanistan, losing to all three and exiting the tournament with zero points. Though their ODI woes seem to swell up a bit after this result, Key is keen on making right calls to bring their One-Day cricket back on track, wanting to start with something unrelated to the on-field game – the media interactions. Also read | Ben Stokes to lead England in ODIs? Rob Key backs all-rounder to succeed Jos Buttler in key role What happened? England toured India for the white-ball leg ahead of the first showpiece event of the year, losing seven of the eight contested matches across two formats. After several media reports of them skipping training sessions throughout the series made headlines, the head coach, Brendon McCullum and then-captain Jos Buttler defended it. However, what went wrong for them was opener Ben Duckett’s remarks after the series conclusion, saying England wouldn’t mind losing to India in a bilateral series as long as England beat them in an ICC event final, which was far from what unfolded this time. Following England’s exit from the competition, Key addressed this, saying, "I have no issue with the way our guys go about things. But there's no doubt that we've got to get better when we're doing interviews when players are doing their post-match press conferences; we speak a lot of rubbish a lot of the time.” Also read | Rachin Ravindra receives highest praise from England great ahead of Champions Trophy showdown Though Duckett’s standout performance (227 runs in three matches) helped him escape fans’ mocking and backlash on social media, Key said despite every right effort put in to maintain the dressing room’s decorum, such remarks are not welcomed. “They're trying so hard to not sort of upset players in the dressing room, not try and give away something that they don't think they should, and then they end up creating headlines through that,” Key said in a chat with Sky Sports. “But I don't kill people for the things they say. There's not a world in where we think the players don't care, that they don't want to go and get big scores, that they don't care about winning, that they're arrogant. "That's absolutely not true. Half the time when they're getting themselves into trouble it's because they're actually trying to concentrate so hard that they end up making mistakes,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

“We speak a lot of rubbish” – ECB boss warns England players to maintain caution with media

Afghanistan opener <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ibrahim-zadran">Ibrahim Zadran</a> scripted history and broke multiple records in Lahore on Wednesday (Feb 26) against England, becoming the first player from Afghanistan to score a century in the ongoing ICC <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy">Champions Trophy</a> 2025.&nbsp;
The previous best score was by Rahmat Shah, who scored 90 against South Africa in Afghanistan's first-ever match in the tournament. Zadran&rsquo;s innings helped his team make a strong comeback against the English side after losing three wickets for just 37. Zadran took 106 balls to complete his historic century with the help of three sixes and six fours.
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<h2>Breaking records&nbsp;</h2>
During his innings of 177 off 146 balls, Ibrahim also scored the highest individual score in the Champions Trophy. He surpassed England's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ben-duckett">Ben Duckett</a>, who made 165 against Australia in their opening match of the tournament.
Ibrahim Zadran's 177 is also the highest individual score in ODIs, surpassing his own score of 162, which he made against Sri Lanka back in 2022.
Ibrahim Zadran continued his impressive form by scoring his sixth ODI century on Wednesday, moving ahead of Mohammad Shahzad on Afghanistan&rsquo;s list of the most hundreds in ODI history. With this knock, Zadran is now behind Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who leads with eight centuries. 
The young opener has been a consistent performer, maintaining an average of 48.38. His latest century reinforces his status as one of Afghanistan&rsquo;s most dependable batters. As Afghanistan builds its ODI legacy, Zadran&rsquo;s ability to anchor innings and score big runs will be crucial for the team's future success.
Zadran made his debut for the Afghanistan Under-19 team in 2017 and quickly made a name for himself with his impressive batting skills. He was soon promoted to the senior team and made his international debut in 2019.
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: During his innings of 177, Ibrahim also scored the highest individual score in the Champions Trophy. He surpassed England's Ben Duckett, who made 165 against Australia

Afghanistan opener Ibrahim Zadran scripted history and broke multiple records in Lahore on Wednesday (Feb 26) against England, becoming the first player from Afghanistan to score a century in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The previous best score was by Rahmat Shah, who scored 90 against South Africa in Afghanistan's first-ever match in the tournament. Zadran’s innings helped his team make a strong comeback against the English side after losing three wickets for just 37. Zadran took 106 balls to complete his historic century with the help of three sixes and six fours. Also Read: Champions Trophy, AFG vs ENG: Jofra Archer creates history, breaks James Anderson's THIS 21-year old record Breaking records During his innings of 177 off 146 balls, Ibrahim also scored the highest individual score in the Champions Trophy. He surpassed England's Ben Duckett, who made 165 against Australia in their opening match of the tournament. Ibrahim Zadran's 177 is also the highest individual score in ODIs, surpassing his own score of 162, which he made against Sri Lanka back in 2022. Ibrahim Zadran continued his impressive form by scoring his sixth ODI century on Wednesday, moving ahead of Mohammad Shahzad on Afghanistan’s list of the most hundreds in ODI history. With this knock, Zadran is now behind Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who leads with eight centuries. The young opener has been a consistent performer, maintaining an average of 48.38. His latest century reinforces his status as one of Afghanistan’s most dependable batters. As Afghanistan builds its ODI legacy, Zadran’s ability to anchor innings and score big runs will be crucial for the team's future success. Zadran made his debut for the Afghanistan Under-19 team in 2017 and quickly made a name for himself with his impressive batting skills. He was soon promoted to the senior team and made his international debut in 2019. (With inputs from agencies)

Champions Trophy 2025: Afghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran scores highest individual score, scripts two more records

In a massive boost to England&rsquo;s chances of tasting success in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy-2025" rel="dofollow">ICC Champions Trophy 2025</a>, opener Ben Duckett passed the fitness test, getting cleared of a left groin injury scare he suffered during the third ODI against India in Ahmedabad. Duckett scored twin fifties on an otherwise horrid tour of India, where England lost seven of the eight contested matches across two formats.
During the final ODI at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad, Duckett pulled up his groin while fielding, looking visibly hampered during his quick-fire 34 in England&rsquo;s chase. Although he smoked a few boundaries, including hitting Arshdeep Singh for a few fours in an over, Duckett struggled with his groin during this brief stay.
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However, with England spending some time in the UAE ahead of their Champions Trophy campaign, the tests done on Duckett&rsquo;s left groin revealed no significant issue, with the ECB press release declaring him &lsquo;fit and available&rsquo; for the eight-team tournament starting February 19 in Pakistan.
England will take on rivals Australia in their tournament opener (February 22) in Lahore.&nbsp;
<h2>Injury-hit England camp</h2>
England is due to arrive in Pakistan a day before the curtain-raiser between the hosts and New Zealand, and with Duckett being declared fit, the camp must be oozing with confidence.&nbsp;
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While England has already lost their emerging all-rounder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/massive-blow-to-england-as-jacob-bethell-doubtful-for-3rd-odi-champions-trophy-tom-banton-called-up-as-cover-8704464" rel="dofollow">Jacob Bethell to a hamstring injury</a>, with opener Tom Banton replacing him in the CT squad, the former world champions are sweating over Jamie Smith&rsquo;s calf injury, who hasn&rsquo;t featured in the playing XI since January 28.
England also remain concerned about their bowling department, with seamer Brydon Carse nursing a toe injury while all-rounder Jamie Overton is down with a hamstring issue. Premier seamer Jofra Archer also suffered a cut on his hand.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, following an outburst from former cricketers, including England&rsquo;s own Kevin Pietersen and India&rsquo;s Ravi Shastri, over their failed preparation for the sub-continent leg, head coach Brendon McCullum defended his team&rsquo;s training against remarks about the number of practice session.
"Guys have come from a lot of cricket, and keeping guys fresh is just as important, especially when you have injuries. We've done lots of training. We have had injuries in the camp, so we've backed guys off a little bit to make sure we had a fit team,&rdquo; McCullum said while responding to Shastri&rsquo;s remarks of England having just one training session throughout the ODI series, which they lost 0-3.&nbsp;
<h3>England&rsquo;s Champions Trophy Squad &ndash;</h3>
Jos Buttler (captain), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt and Mark Wood
(With inputs from agencies)

Sports, Cricket: Duckett scored twin fifties on an otherwise horrid tour of India, where England lost seven of the eight contested matches across two formats.

In a massive boost to England’s chances of tasting success in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, opener Ben Duckett passed the fitness test, getting cleared of a left groin injury scare he suffered during the third ODI against India in Ahmedabad. Duckett scored twin fifties on an otherwise horrid tour of India, where England lost seven of the eight contested matches across two formats. During the final ODI at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad, Duckett pulled up his groin while fielding, looking visibly hampered during his quick-fire 34 in England’s chase. Although he smoked a few boundaries, including hitting Arshdeep Singh for a few fours in an over, Duckett struggled with his groin during this brief stay. Also read | BCCI paid gigantic sum for ‘star cricketer’s’ 150 kg worth of luggage on tour Down Under – Report However, with England spending some time in the UAE ahead of their Champions Trophy campaign, the tests done on Duckett’s left groin revealed no significant issue, with the ECB press release declaring him ‘fit and available’ for the eight-team tournament starting February 19 in Pakistan. England will take on rivals Australia in their tournament opener (February 22) in Lahore. Injury-hit England camp England is due to arrive in Pakistan a day before the curtain-raiser between the hosts and New Zealand, and with Duckett being declared fit, the camp must be oozing with confidence. Also read | Waqar Younis sees Pakistan rocking in Champions Trophy 2025; Amir backs Babar Azam to hit top form While England has already lost their emerging all-rounder Jacob Bethell to a hamstring injury, with opener Tom Banton replacing him in the CT squad, the former world champions are sweating over Jamie Smith’s calf injury, who hasn’t featured in the playing XI since January 28. England also remain concerned about their bowling department, with seamer Brydon Carse nursing a toe injury while all-rounder Jamie Overton is down with a hamstring issue. Premier seamer Jofra Archer also suffered a cut on his hand. Meanwhile, following an outburst from former cricketers, including England’s own Kevin Pietersen and India’s Ravi Shastri, over their failed preparation for the sub-continent leg, head coach Brendon McCullum defended his team’s training against remarks about the number of practice session. "Guys have come from a lot of cricket, and keeping guys fresh is just as important, especially when you have injuries. We've done lots of training. We have had injuries in the camp, so we've backed guys off a little bit to make sure we had a fit team,” McCullum said while responding to Shastri’s remarks of England having just one training session throughout the ODI series, which they lost 0-3. England’s Champions Trophy Squad – Jos Buttler (captain), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt and Mark Wood (With inputs from agencies)

England receive massive boost ahead of Champions Trophy 2025

Gus Atkinson claimed a hat-trick before England's batsmen let loose to power the visitors 533 runs ahead of New Zealand on Saturday and in full control of the second Test. The home side will need to chase an enormous score in the fourth innings after England went to stumps at 378-5 in Wellington on day two.

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Captain Ben Stokes resisted any urge to declare, instead cementing England's position of power as four batters posted half-centuries to build on their first-innings advantage of 155.

Joe Root was at the crease on 73 while Stokes struck a whirlwind 35 not out against a tiring attack, after Jacob Bethell and Ben Duckett were both dismissed in the 90s.

The fast-moving nature of the Test means the Black Caps should have ample time to reach any target, as they bid to square the three-match series after losing the opener in Christchurch by eight wickets.

However, history is firmly against them. The highest successful fourth-innings chase at the Basin Reserve is 274, achieved by Pakistan against the hosts in 2003.

New Zealand's hopes of getting back into the Test were scuppered in the opening 40 minutes of play when they lost their last five wickets to be all out 125.

Atkinson (4-31) removed the last three with successive deliveries to become the first Englishman to claim a Test hat-trick since Moeen Ali against South Africa seven years ago.

The seamer was all smiles after bowling Nathan Smith for 14, then having Matt Henry caught in the gully and trapping Tim Southee lbw.

<h2>Bethell crestfallen</h2>

England made batting look a lot easier, most notably when Bethell (96) and Duckett (92) combined for an untroubled 187-run second-wicket stand.

Bethell fell agonisingly short of a maiden Test ton when edging Southee to wicketkeeper Tom Blundell. The 21-year-old looked crestfallen as he exited after a 118-ball knock which featured 10 fours and three sixes.

Opener Duckett was closing on his fifth Test ton when he played-on off Southee (2-72), ending an innings of 112 balls.

First-Test centurion Harry Brook reached 55 before being caught in the deep off spinner Glenn Phillips while Root put some modest recent form behind him to post another batting milestone.

Root became only the fourth player to reach 50 runs in 100 different Test innings.

Ollie Pope fell for 10 off seamer Matt Henry (2-76), who earlier dismissed Zak Crawley for eight, continuing a lean series for the opener. In 19 Test innings against the Black Caps, Crawley has scored just 193 runs at an average of 10.15.

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Gus Atkinson claimed a hat-trick before England's batsmen let loose to power the visitors 533 runs ahead of New Zealand on Saturday and in full control of the second Test.

Gus Atkinson claimed a hat-trick before England's batsmen let loose to power the visitors 533 runs ahead of New Zealand on Saturday and in full control of the second Test. The home side will need to chase an enormous score in the fourth innings after England went to stumps at 378-5 in Wellington on day two. ALSO READ: NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Gus Atkinson cartwheels in celebration after completing first career hat-trick - WATCH Captain Ben Stokes resisted any urge to declare, instead cementing England's position of power as four batters posted half-centuries to build on their first-innings advantage of 155. Joe Root was at the crease on 73 while Stokes struck a whirlwind 35 not out against a tiring attack, after Jacob Bethell and Ben Duckett were both dismissed in the 90s. The fast-moving nature of the Test means the Black Caps should have ample time to reach any target, as they bid to square the three-match series after losing the opener in Christchurch by eight wickets. However, history is firmly against them. The highest successful fourth-innings chase at the Basin Reserve is 274, achieved by Pakistan against the hosts in 2003. New Zealand's hopes of getting back into the Test were scuppered in the opening 40 minutes of play when they lost their last five wickets to be all out 125. Atkinson (4-31) removed the last three with successive deliveries to become the first Englishman to claim a Test hat-trick since Moeen Ali against South Africa seven years ago. The seamer was all smiles after bowling Nathan Smith for 14, then having Matt Henry caught in the gully and trapping Tim Southee lbw. Bethell crestfallen England made batting look a lot easier, most notably when Bethell (96) and Duckett (92) combined for an untroubled 187-run second-wicket stand. Bethell fell agonisingly short of a maiden Test ton when edging Southee to wicketkeeper Tom Blundell. The 21-year-old looked crestfallen as he exited after a 118-ball knock which featured 10 fours and three sixes. Opener Duckett was closing on his fifth Test ton when he played-on off Southee (2-72), ending an innings of 112 balls. First-Test centurion Harry Brook reached 55 before being caught in the deep off spinner Glenn Phillips while Root put some modest recent form behind him to post another batting milestone. Root became only the fourth player to reach 50 runs in 100 different Test innings. Ollie Pope fell for 10 off seamer Matt Henry (2-76), who earlier dismissed Zak Crawley for eight, continuing a lean series for the opener. In 19 Test innings against the Black Caps, Crawley has scored just 193 runs at an average of 10.15. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Wellington Test: England’s lead cross 530 as batters make merry after Atkinson’s first Test hat-trick vs NZ

England batter Ben Duckett was seen in superb form on Thursday (July 18) as the home side began the post-James Anderson era on a high. Playing in the second Test match at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, Duckett scored the fastest fifty by an English opener in the Test format. The English opener set the tone for the side that can now aim to pocket the series with a win at Trent Bridge while already leading the series 1-0 after winning the Lord’s Test last week.

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<h2>Ben Duckett steals the show</h2>

Playing on Day 1 of the second Test match on Thursday, Duckett’s impressive form stole the show as he completed his fifty in just 32 balls. The fifty was the fastest by an English opener in the format while he now sits fourth for the fastest fifty overall by a batter. The fifty came in the 10th over of the match as England got off to a brilliant start in the match.

<h2>Fastest Test fifties for England (by balls faced)</h2>

28 - Ian Botham vs India, Delhi, 1981

30 - Jonny Bairstow vs New Zealand, Headingley, 2022

32 - Ian Botham vs New Zealand, The Oval, 1986

32 - Ben Duckett vs West Indies, Trent Bridge, 2024

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<h2>Pope takes over</h2>

At the time of writing on Day 1, England were 303/5 in 60 overs with Ollie Pope being the star of the show with a superb 121-run innings. His innings consisted of 15 fours and a six . Before Pope, Duckett was the star of the show having scored 71 with the&nbsp;bat off just 59 balls while his other opening partner Zak Crawley was dismissed for a duck.

Harry Brook scored 36 off 34 while Ben Stokes (50) and Jamie Smith (11) were in the middle at the time of writing of his report.&nbsp;

England batter Ben Duckett was seen in superb form on Thursday (July 18) as the home side began the post-James Anderson era on a high. Playing in the second Test match at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, Duckett scored the fastest fifty by an English opener in the Test format.

England batter Ben Duckett was seen in superb form on Thursday (July 18) as the home side began the post-James Anderson era on a high. Playing in the second Test match at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, Duckett scored the fastest fifty by an English opener in the Test format. The English opener set the tone for the side that can now aim to pocket the series with a win at Trent Bridge while already leading the series 1-0 after winning the Lord’s Test last week. 50 is up in just 26 balls. That's crazy batting from Ollie pop and Ben Duckett. The fastest every 50 in history of test cricket.#ENGvWI #Cricketpic.twitter.com/iG2sAcaoso — IK@BABAR (@ahmed_ikhlaq16) July 18, 2024 × Ben Duckett steals the show Playing on Day 1 of the second Test match on Thursday, Duckett’s impressive form stole the show as he completed his fifty in just 32 balls. The fifty was the fastest by an English opener in the format while he now sits fourth for the fastest fifty overall by a batter. The fifty came in the 10th over of the match as England got off to a brilliant start in the match. Fastest Test fifties for England (by balls faced) 28 - Ian Botham vs India, Delhi, 1981 30 - Jonny Bairstow vs New Zealand, Headingley, 2022 32 - Ian Botham vs New Zealand, The Oval, 1986 32 - Ben Duckett vs West Indies, Trent Bridge, 2024 ALSO READ | India tour of Sri Lanka: Suryakumar Yadav confirmed as new T20I captain; Rohit, Virat to play in ODIs Pope takes over At the time of writing on Day 1, England were 303/5 in 60 overs with Ollie Pope being the star of the show with a superb 121-run innings. His innings consisted of 15 fours and a six . Before Pope, Duckett was the star of the show having scored 71 with the bat off just 59 balls while his other opening partner Zak Crawley was dismissed for a duck. Harry Brook scored 36 off 34 while Ben Stokes (50) and Jamie Smith (11) were in the middle at the time of writing of his report.

WATCH: Ben Duckett scores fastest fifty in Test format by an English opener as post-Anderson era begins

Indian men's Test team captain Rohit Sharma has hit back at England batter Ben Duckett's recent comments that the hosts had learned from the 'Bazball' style of cricket and changed their gameplay.

Indian men's Test team captain Rohit Sharma has hit back at England batter Ben Duckett's recent comments that the hosts had learned from the 'Bazball' style of cricket and changed their gameplay. Speaking to reporters on the eve of the fifth Test match at Dharamsala, Sharma gave it back to the England opener, reminding him of swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant. “Yashasvi Jaiswal learning from Ben Duckett? There was a guy called Rishabh Pant in our team. Probably Ben Duckett hasn’t seen him play," quipped Sharma. Also read | Explained: Why IPL is cricket equivalent version of English Premier League After Indian batters took an aggressive route against the English bowlers during the Rajkot Test, Duckett made the comment, suggesting that England's flamboyant style of play should be credited for Jaiswal's performance. “When you see players from the opposition playing like that, it almost feels like we should take some credit that they’re playing differently than how other people play Test cricket,” Duckett was quoted as saying. Nasser Hussain's reaction to Duckett's statement Notably, Sharma is not the first cricketer to have reacted to Duckett's rather absurd statement. Former England captain-turned-commentator Nasser Hussain in a passionate monologue said Jaiswal had learned attacking form of cricket after doing the hard yards in the IPL and domestic circuit. "The comment on Jaiswal that he has learned from us, I am going to touch on that. He has not learned from you, he has learned from his upbringing and all the hard yards he has put in while growing up, he has learned from the IPL. If anything, I would look at him and learn from him," Hussain told Michael Atherton on Sky Sports podcast. "So, whatever they are saying in public and in that dressing room, I hope they are going back into their room with self-introspection. I can look at that lad and learn from him. Otherwise, it becomes a cult, doesn’t it? At times, Bazball has been described as a cult where you cannot criticise either within or externally. Even in this regime, there is room for learning and improving," he added. Also read | IND vs ENG, 5th Test: England skipper Ben Stokes shares what's at stake in Dharamsala Despite the hullabaloo surrounding Bazball in the run-up to the series, India managed to comfortably secure an unassailable lead in the series. There were brief aspersions after India's defeat in the Hyderabad Test but the team quickly bounced back and kept Ben Stokes' team at bay. The final test of the series gets underway at Dharamshala on Thursday (Mar 7) with both teams hoping to earn valuable points to keep them in contention for the World Test Championship final. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Duckett hasn’t seen Pant play’: Rohit Sharma schools English opener over absurd Bazball remark

Former Australia skipper Michael Clarke has taken a dig at England opener Ben Duckett for 'wanting the credit' after India's Yashasvi Jaiswal scored an attacking century in recently-concluded Rajkot Test. Jaiswal, who eventually scored 214 not out in Rajkot, had scored 104 on day 3 of the Test before being retired due to back spasm. Duckett praised Jaiswal for his innings after the day's play but said that 'some credit should go to England (aggressive Bazball approach).'

“He must have missed Australia for 20 years,” Clarke said in an apparent dig at Duckett while speaking on Around the Wicket show for ESPN Australia.&nbsp;

“As a youngster, he must not know what Test cricket Australia played. Has he heard of Matthew Hayden, Michael Slater, Ricky Ponting, Damien Martyn, Adam Gilchrist? These guys used to smack it as good as everyone.”

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“Because you play a reverse sweep or a switch hit or a ramp shot, that doesn’t mean you are batting aggressively either. Matthew Hayden just walked down the wicket and hit you straight over your head for a six. He didn’t have to play a ramp or a switch hit," he added.

Jaiswal came back&nbsp;on day 4 of the Test and went on to score his second double ton of the series. Thanks to his innings, India set England a target of 557 after declaring their innings on 430/4.

Ravindra Jadeja then went on to take a five-for on the same day as England were bowled out for 122 and lost the game by 434 runs. With the win, India went 2-1 up in the five-match series with two more matches left to play.

The fourth Test of the series will be played from Friday (Feb 23) in Ranchi with the last one scheduled to be played in Dharamsala from March 7.

Former Australia skipper Michael Clarke has taken a dig at England opener Ben Duckett for 'wanting the credit' after India's Yashasvi Jaiswal scored an attacking century in recently-concluded Rajkot Test.

Former Australia skipper Michael Clarke has taken a dig at England opener Ben Duckett for 'wanting the credit' after India's Yashasvi Jaiswal scored an attacking century in recently-concluded Rajkot Test. Jaiswal, who eventually scored 214 not out in Rajkot, had scored 104 on day 3 of the Test before being retired due to back spasm. Duckett praised Jaiswal for his innings after the day's play but said that 'some credit should go to England (aggressive Bazball approach).' “He must have missed Australia for 20 years,” Clarke said in an apparent dig at Duckett while speaking on Around the Wicket show for ESPN Australia. “As a youngster, he must not know what Test cricket Australia played. Has he heard of Matthew Hayden, Michael Slater, Ricky Ponting, Damien Martyn, Adam Gilchrist? These guys used to smack it as good as everyone.” Also Read: ‘Jaiswal hasn’t learned attacking cricket from Bazball, he has...’: Hussain on Duckett’s absurd remark “Because you play a reverse sweep or a switch hit or a ramp shot, that doesn’t mean you are batting aggressively either. Matthew Hayden just walked down the wicket and hit you straight over your head for a six. He didn’t have to play a ramp or a switch hit," he added. Jaiswal came back on day 4 of the Test and went on to score his second double ton of the series. Thanks to his innings, India set England a target of 557 after declaring their innings on 430/4. Ravindra Jadeja then went on to take a five-for on the same day as England were bowled out for 122 and lost the game by 434 runs. With the win, India went 2-1 up in the five-match series with two more matches left to play. The fourth Test of the series will be played from Friday (Feb 23) in Ranchi with the last one scheduled to be played in Dharamsala from March 7.

Ex-Australia skipper Michael Clarke ROASTS England batter Ben Duckett for comment on Yashasvi Jaiswal

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a magnificent 104 on day 3 (Feb 17) of the third Test against England in Rajkot and England batter Ben Duckett wants credit to go to his team. Duckett's comments came after the end of play on Saturday with India 322 runs ahead of the visitors in second innings. Duckett, going by England's Bazball approach, himself scored 153 at more than run-a-ball in his team's first innings total of 319.&nbsp;

“When you see players from opposition playing like this I feel we should get some credit for it,” Duckett said at the press conference after the day's play on Saturday, “Exciting to see him play aggressive cricket. He looks an incredible player and unfortunately, he is in great form!,” he added.

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Jaiswal's teammate Mohammed Siraj, whose four-for played a crucial part in England conceding a lead of 126, also praised the batter for the show he put on, especially in the third session of the day.

“Jaiswal is very high on confidence. He has already hit a double hundred. He’s not looking back," he said.

Jaiswal, before retiring hurt due to back spasm, added 155 runs with Shubman Gill (65 not out ) for the second wicket. India finished the day at 196/2 in second innings with night watchman Kuldeep Yadav on the crease alongside Gill.

The century was Jaiswal's second in the series, having already scored a double ton in the second Test in Vizag which India won by 106 runs. Gill, who had also scored a hundred in the Vizag Test, looked good for more on day 3 in Rajkot before the stumps.

With two more days left in the Test, India are well and truly on the course of a win to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series which currently stands equal at 1-1.

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a magnificent 104 on day 3 (Feb 17) of the third Test against England in Rajkot and England batter Ben Duckett wants credit to go to his team.

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a magnificent 104 on day 3 (Feb 17) of the third Test against England in Rajkot and England batter Ben Duckett wants credit to go to his team. Duckett's comments came after the end of play on Saturday with India 322 runs ahead of the visitors in second innings. Duckett, going by England's Bazball approach, himself scored 153 at more than run-a-ball in his team's first innings total of 319. “When you see players from opposition playing like this I feel we should get some credit for it,” Duckett said at the press conference after the day's play on Saturday, “Exciting to see him play aggressive cricket. He looks an incredible player and unfortunately, he is in great form!,” he added. Also Read: Rajkot Test, Day 3: 'They are wary of us,' chirps England batter Ben Duckett as India take mammoth lead Jaiswal's teammate Mohammed Siraj, whose four-for played a crucial part in England conceding a lead of 126, also praised the batter for the show he put on, especially in the third session of the day. “Jaiswal is very high on confidence. He has already hit a double hundred. He’s not looking back," he said. Jaiswal, before retiring hurt due to back spasm, added 155 runs with Shubman Gill (65 not out ) for the second wicket. India finished the day at 196/2 in second innings with night watchman Kuldeep Yadav on the crease alongside Gill. The century was Jaiswal's second in the series, having already scored a double ton in the second Test in Vizag which India won by 106 runs. Gill, who had also scored a hundred in the Vizag Test, looked good for more on day 3 in Rajkot before the stumps. With two more days left in the Test, India are well and truly on the course of a win to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series which currently stands equal at 1-1.

IND vs ENG, 3rd Test: England batter Ben Duckett wants 'some credit' for Yashasvi Jaiswal's 104 on day 3

England faced a poor Day 3 in the ongoing Rajkot Test against India after the visitors were made to pay for silly mistakes with both bat and ball on Saturday (Feb 17). Former England captain Alastair Cook did not sit back in criticising his side as they went from 207/2 to 319 all out. According to Cook, England won’t win many matches if they face a collapse of that order. At Stumps on Day 3, India had a lead of 322 runs and still have eight wickets in hand.

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<h2>Cook takes dig at England</h2>

"My shout [from yesterday] of 'they could score 800 tomorrow is not looking too good - I'm only 481 off. Is it an opportunity lost? England have been poor with the bat - they've lost eight wickets for 116 today and you don't win many matches when you collapse like that in the first innings,” Cook said while speaking to Sky Sports.

"To win Test matches you have to be good for such long periods of time. India were poor yesterday but they've been very, very good today,” the former skipper added.

England starting the day at 207/2 lost Ben Duckett (153) early in the first session while Root (18) and Jonny Bairstow (0) also departed cheap. India entered Day 3 with no Ashwin as the spinner withdrew from the match due to personal reasons. India in the second session of Day 3 bowled out England for 319 with the visitors adding just 112 runs to their overnight total. Mohammed Siraj scalped four wickets while Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja also bagged a couple of wickets for the visits.

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Cook remains the last captain to lead England to a Test series win on the Indian side when they beat MS Dhoni’s side in 2012-13. England will need another strong comeback in the Test series having earlier won the Hyderabad Test by 28 runs. The visitors were trailing by 190 runs at the end of the first innings but came back to win the match.

As things stand, they are England are set to face a target in excess of 400 with India already leading by 322 runs. Rohit Sharma’s side closed Day 3 at 196/2, banking on the ton of Yashasvi Jaiswal who scored 104 before he went with a back spasm.

England faced a poor Day 3 in the ongoing Rajkot Test against India after the visitors were made to pay for silly mistakes with both bat and ball on Saturday (Feb 17).

England faced a poor Day 3 in the ongoing Rajkot Test against India after the visitors were made to pay for silly mistakes with both bat and ball on Saturday (Feb 17). Former England captain Alastair Cook did not sit back in criticising his side as they went from 207/2 to 319 all out. According to Cook, England won’t win many matches if they face a collapse of that order. At Stumps on Day 3, India had a lead of 322 runs and still have eight wickets in hand. End of a magnificent day with the bat & ball! 🙌#TeamIndia reach 196/2, with a lead of 322 runs Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/FM0hVG5X8M#INDvENG | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/y30QqTGtk4 — BCCI (@BCCI) February 17, 2024 × Cook takes dig at England "My shout [from yesterday] of 'they could score 800 tomorrow is not looking too good - I'm only 481 off. Is it an opportunity lost? England have been poor with the bat - they've lost eight wickets for 116 today and you don't win many matches when you collapse like that in the first innings,” Cook said while speaking to Sky Sports. "To win Test matches you have to be good for such long periods of time. India were poor yesterday but they've been very, very good today,” the former skipper added. England starting the day at 207/2 lost Ben Duckett (153) early in the first session while Root (18) and Jonny Bairstow (0) also departed cheap. India entered Day 3 with no Ashwin as the spinner withdrew from the match due to personal reasons. India in the second session of Day 3 bowled out England for 319 with the visitors adding just 112 runs to their overnight total. Mohammed Siraj scalped four wickets while Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja also bagged a couple of wickets for the visits. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG: Yashasvi Jaiswal continues purple patch for Team India, slams second hundred in series - WATCH Cook remains the last captain to lead England to a Test series win on the Indian side when they beat MS Dhoni’s side in 2012-13. England will need another strong comeback in the Test series having earlier won the Hyderabad Test by 28 runs. The visitors were trailing by 190 runs at the end of the first innings but came back to win the match. As things stand, they are England are set to face a target in excess of 400 with India already leading by 322 runs. Rohit Sharma’s side closed Day 3 at 196/2, banking on the ton of Yashasvi Jaiswal who scored 104 before he went with a back spasm.

IND vs ENG: Alastair Cook takes dig at England after batting collapse, says ‘you don’t win many matches...’

England opener Ben Duckett says India are wary of them in the ongoing third Test in Rajkot. Duckett's comments came after India sent Kuldeep Yadav to bat towards the end of day 3 (Feb 17) after Rajat Patidar was out. Kuldeep, nonetheless, did his job as India didn't lose anymore wicket to close the day on 196/2 with skipper Rohit Sharma being the other wicket to fall. Notably, Yashasvi Jaiswal also retired hurt but not before scoring 104.

"Them sending in a night-watchman shows they are wary of us," said Duckett at the end of play on Saturday. The England player, however, praised the Indian batters to come out all guns blazing to take India's lead to 322 with two more days to go in the Test after bowling England out for 319 in the first innings.

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"Got to give credit to the way they played this evening, gave us nothing this morning, we tried to be attacking, didn't pay off," &nbsp;said Duckett.

The England batter was the fulcrum of team in the first innings, scoring 153 runs at more than run-a-ball.&nbsp;

"A lot more theory behind [my approach]. People might think [my range of sweeps] are reckless, but if they want to have people round the bat, I'll try to get rid of them," he added.

England started the day from their overnight score of 207/2 and were soon 260/5 with Kuldeep Yadav sending back Duckett and Jonny Bairstow while Jasprit Bumrah took the wicket of Joe Root. Skipper Ben Stokes and Ben Foakes then added 39 runs to take England into lunch on day 3 at 290/5.

Ravindra Jadeja then sent back Stokes (41) soon after lunch and Mohammed Siraj took three wickets from the rest four as England conceded a lead of 126 runs in the first innings. Apart from Siraj, Kuldeep and Jadeja took two wickets each while Bumrah took one with Ravi Ashwin not taking any further part in the game due to a family medical emergency.

England opener Ben Duckett says India are wary of them in the ongoing third Test in Rajkot. Duckett's comments came after India sent Kuldeep Yadav to bat towards the end of day 3 (Feb 17) after Rajat Patidar was out.

England opener Ben Duckett says India are wary of them in the ongoing third Test in Rajkot. Duckett's comments came after India sent Kuldeep Yadav to bat towards the end of day 3 (Feb 17) after Rajat Patidar was out. Kuldeep, nonetheless, did his job as India didn't lose anymore wicket to close the day on 196/2 with skipper Rohit Sharma being the other wicket to fall. Notably, Yashasvi Jaiswal also retired hurt but not before scoring 104. "Them sending in a night-watchman shows they are wary of us," said Duckett at the end of play on Saturday. The England player, however, praised the Indian batters to come out all guns blazing to take India's lead to 322 with two more days to go in the Test after bowling England out for 319 in the first innings. Also Read: Rajkot Test, Day 3: India players wear black armband for THIS reason, Gavaskar says 'could've done it sooner' "Got to give credit to the way they played this evening, gave us nothing this morning, we tried to be attacking, didn't pay off," said Duckett. The England batter was the fulcrum of team in the first innings, scoring 153 runs at more than run-a-ball. "A lot more theory behind [my approach]. People might think [my range of sweeps] are reckless, but if they want to have people round the bat, I'll try to get rid of them," he added. England started the day from their overnight score of 207/2 and were soon 260/5 with Kuldeep Yadav sending back Duckett and Jonny Bairstow while Jasprit Bumrah took the wicket of Joe Root. Skipper Ben Stokes and Ben Foakes then added 39 runs to take England into lunch on day 3 at 290/5. Ravindra Jadeja then sent back Stokes (41) soon after lunch and Mohammed Siraj took three wickets from the rest four as England conceded a lead of 126 runs in the first innings. Apart from Siraj, Kuldeep and Jadeja took two wickets each while Bumrah took one with Ravi Ashwin not taking any further part in the game due to a family medical emergency.

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