Ben Duckett, the opening batsman for England, has reached the significant milestone of 3,000 runs in Test cricket. This achievement came on Day 2 of the 4th Ashes Test against Australia at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Duckett stepped onto the field needing just 31 runs to hit this benchmark, but after a modest start of two runs in his first innings, he bounced back with a swift 34 in the fourth innings.
Playing in his 42nd Test match, Duckett has accumulated a total of 3,005 runs with an impressive average of 40.06, as reported by ESPNcricinfo. An integral part of England’s aggressive “Bazball” strategy, he has secured six centuries and 16 half-centuries in his 78 innings, boasting a solid strike rate of 86.44. Duckett made his Test debut in October 2016, but faced a setback shortly after when he was dropped from the squad. However, his stellar performance during England’s record-breaking tour of Pakistan in 2022 earned him a well-deserved return to the team.
In addition to his Test cricket success, Duckett has excelled in First-Class cricket, amassing over 11,500 runs (11,544) in 165 matches, which gives him an impressive average of over 42. His First-Class career includes 30 centuries and 54 half-centuries, reflecting his consistent performance at the domestic level.
Duckett’s journey demonstrates resilience and determination, marking a remarkable turnaround in his career. As he continues to contribute to the England team, fans can look forward to seeing how he builds on this milestone in the matches to come.