"One player to watch out in IPL mega auction" - Fans react as Ben Duckett scores century in ENG vs AUS ODI series decider
Ben Duckett starred with the bat for England in the fifth and final ODI against Australia at County Ground in Bristol on Sunday, September 29. The left-handed batter scored 107 runs off 91 balls, an innings comprising two sixes and 13 boundaries. The southpaw was eventually caught by Josh Hazlewood at long-off off Travis Head’s bowling in the 34th over.
During his knock, Duckett shared a 132-un partnership with skipper Harry Brook for the third wicket. The 29-year-old is currently the second-highest run-scorer in the series with 305 runs in five innings at an average of 61, including scores of 95 and 63.
Fans on X lauded Ben Duckett for his century in the ODI series decider against Australia. One user wrote:
"What an incredible performance by Ben Duckett, scoring a century off just 86 balls! He's establishing himself as a versatile player across formats for England. With his recent form, he's definitely set to attract attention for a big IPL contract. Exciting times ahead for him!"
Another user wrote:
"Duckett is making a huge statement in Limited overs, one player to watch out in IPL mega auction."
A third user added:
"Just like Rachin, Duckett is a talented player, but he still needs to prove himself in T20s to secure a big IPL contract. Otherwise, he might become one of the easiest picks for any team during the auction."
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England's innings derailed after Ben Duckett and Harry Brook’s partnership in fifth ODI vs Australia
England suffered a middle-order collapse after Ben Duckett and Harry Brook shared a 132-run partnership for the third wicket.
At the time of writing, the hosts were 255/7 after 39 overs, with Brydon Carse and Adil Rashid on the crease. Harry Brook and Phil Salt contributed with scores of 72 (52) and 45 (27), respectively. Aaron Hardie, Adam Zampa, and Travis Head have emerged as the pick of the bowlers, picking up two wickets each so far.
The five-match ODI series between the two teams is currently tied at 2-2. England are chasing their first home series win against Australia since 2018, where they won 5-0. Meanwhile, the Aussies are eyeing back-to-back series victory in England after 2020, when they won 2-1.
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