'I started running' - how fitter Duckett got back to his best
Summary
Ben Duckett, an English cricket player, struggled with his form and fitness for over a year but has recently improved after focusing on fitness and training. He scored a century in a Test match against New Zealand, helping England in the game and showing signs of a career comeback.Key Facts
- Ben Duckett was once considered one of the best cricket openers in multi-format games.
- He scored a century in a Test match against India last year but then went through a poor run of form.
- Duckett faced criticism after a video showed him appearing drunk during the Ashes tour in Australia.
- He was benched for England's T20 World Cup semi-final run.
- Duckett skipped playing in the Indian Premier League to focus on county cricket in England.
- He worked closely with fitness coaches and lost around five to six kilograms.
- Duckett said fitness work helped his mental well-being and game performance.
- Recently, he scored a century at Trent Bridge in England's third Test against New Zealand.
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