Despite early trouble in the powerplay, Ben Duckett's masterclass 165 not out, guided England to a massive 351 for 8 against Australia in their Champions Trophy opener. The 30-year-old's innings was a mix of patience and aggression, including 17 boundaries and three sixes. His partnership with Joe Root (68) and skipper Jos Buttler (23) were crucial in recovering from a shaky start.
Former India player Aakash Chopra predicts that England's batters will perform better against Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy clash, citing their comfort on flat pitches in Pakistan. Despite a recent ODI series loss to India, Aakash Chopra believes that players like Harry Brook, Phil Salt, and Ben Duckett could make an impact. However, he also notes England's weak death bowling as a potential hurdle, but ultimately chooses them as the likely victors in their opening game against Australia.
Ben Duckett's unbeaten 165-run knock against Australia in the opening game of the 2025 Champions Trophy not only helped England post their highest total in the tournament's history, but also made him the highest individual scorer in the tournament's history. Despite losing early wickets, Duckett's attacking brand of cricket and partnership with Joe Root put England in a commanding position. However, discussions between PCB and ICC after Pakistan's omission from the broadcast logo, and the playing of the Indian national anthem in Lahore, have sparked controversy.
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma's impressive century helps India secure a series win over England in the second ODI at Cuttack. After dismissing England for 304 runs, India chased down the target with ease thanks to Rohit's 119-run knock. The visitors put up a tough fight, with fifties from Ben Duckett and Joe Root, but it was not enough to stop India's dominant performance.
In an exciting contest between India and England in the second ODI at Cuttack, England's Joe Root and Ben Duckett both scored fifties to lead their team to 304 all out. The match, which is part of a three-match series, saw a 51-run stand between Root and skipper Jos Buttler and a 32-ball 41 from Liam Livingston giving England some late impetus. However, India's left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja was the most successful bowler, taking 3 wickets for 35 runs to limit England's total.
After recovering from their injuries, Mohammed Shami and Kuldeep Yadav proved their worth in the first ODI against England by picking up crucial wickets. Shami led the charge, displaying his rhythm and precision from the first ball, while Kuldeep added on with his spin bowling. Thanks to the duo's efforts, India was able to restrict England to a respectable score of 248. The standout moment of the match was Yashasvi Jaiswal's stunning catch to dismiss England's Ben Duckett. Despite not having Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian bowling unit showed confidence and determination, setting a positive tone for the upcoming matches.
All eyes are on Ravindra Jadeja as he takes the wicket of Ben Duckett for 65 in the second ODI between India and England. With Joe Root and Harry Brook at the crease, England is determined to build a solid partnership, while India's bowlers are pushing for quick wickets. The match was off to an exciting start as England's captain Jos Buttler won the toss and chose to bat, while India welcomed back star batter Virat Kohli and newcomer Varun Chakaravarthy to their lineup.
England has made a strong start in the 2nd ODI against India, with opener Ben Duckett scoring a quick half-century. India's bowlers have struggled to make an early breakthrough as the visitors easily crossed the 50-run mark. In addition, Indian batting superstar Virat Kohli is back for selection after missing the first ODI due to injury, adding more excitement to the match. All eyes will be on captain Rohit Sharma as India hopes for a better performance from him after a disappointing outing in the series opener.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young Indian batter, took a sensational running catch during the first 2025 ODI against England in Nagpur to dismiss opener Ben Duckett on Thursday. Jaiswal's agility and quick reflexes were on full display as he sprinted from mid-wicket and dived forward to catch the top-edge off Duckett's attempted pull shot. This showed Jaiswal's growing confidence and trust from the Indian team, with skipper Rohit Sharma frequently relying on his fielding prowess in crucial positions. The catch also helped India reduce England to 111/4 in the match.
England opener Ben Duckett admitted that he missed an opportunity to take down Axar Patel in the third T20I against India, which ultimately cost them a bigger score. Despite the missed opportunity, Duckett praised the team's aggressive approach under the leadership of head coach Brendon McCullum, who encourages them to go hard no matter the situation. With the series tied at 2-2, England will face another must-win situation in the fourth T20I in Pune. Stay updated with the latest news and live updates of the upcoming IPL 2025 auction on Sportskeeda.