Ben Duckett scored a swashbuckling century for England against New Zealand, marking a significant return to form after a period of career struggles and a focus on fitness. The century, his first Test hundred in over a year, came at his home ground and was a reward for his dedication to improving his physical condition.
Ben Duckett scored his first Test century in over a year, attributing his success to a post-winter fitness regime and significant weight loss. He aims to maintain this form for as long as possible.
Ben Duckett's rapid 113 and Jacob Bethell's unbeaten 74 helped England reach 223/2, trailing New Zealand by 215 overnight. England's fightback, led by Ben Stokes' bowling, kept the tourists to 438 all out after a strong start.
England responded strongly on day two of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Ben Duckett scored 113 and Jacob Bethell 74* as England closed on 223-2, trailing by 215 runs. Earlier, Ben Stokes took 4-70 to help dismiss New Zealand for 438.
England opener Ben Duckett scores an unbeaten 203 as Nottinghamshire's County Championship game with Surrey ends in a draw.
