England vs Australia, 4th ODI: Ben Duckett slams 63-run knock
England cricket team batter Ben Duckett slammed a fine 63-run knock off 62 balls in the 4th ODI versus Australia at Lord's, London. In a rain-curtailed 39-over contest, Duckett handed England a decent start before perishing in the 23rd over. He added a fine 79-run stand for the 3rd wicket alongside stand-in skipper Harry Brook. Here are the details.
A knock of substance from Duckett's blade
It was a fine knock from the southpaw, who showed character. He shared 48 runs alongside Phil Salt for the opening wicket. Will Jacks came in and departed quickly. Duckett and Brook then took control of the proceedings and laid a foundation for a big score. England scored at a quick pace as Brook was the aggressor in the stand. Adam Zampa dismissed Duckett.
Zampa dismisses Duckett
After being hit for a four off the third ball in the 23rd over, a tossed up delivery by Zampa saw Duckett go for a sweep. It resulted in inducing a top edge as the fielder at fine leg completed a safe running catch.
5th fifty for Duckett in ODIs
Duckett slammed six fours and a six in his knock. In 15 matches, Duckett now owns 593 runs at 42.35. He slammed his 5th fifty in addition to hammering a century. In four ODIs versus the Aussies, Duckett now owns 198 runs at 49.50. It was his 2nd fifty in the ongoing series. Duckett slammed his 3rd fifty-plus score at home (100s: 1).
