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Head reached out to Duckett after video criticism

Head reached out to Duckett after video criticism

Summary

Travis Head, an Australian cricketer, reached out to England's Ben Duckett after a video surfaced online showing Duckett allegedly drunk. England's cricket team faced scrutiny over reports of excessive drinking during a break in the Ashes series. Despite the controversy, Head expressed understanding and noted that such behavior is not unusual.

Key Facts

  • Travis Head is an Australian cricket player.
  • Ben Duckett is a player on the England cricket team.
  • A video appeared on social media allegedly showing Duckett drunk, but the BBC has not verified it.
  • England's cricket team was reported to have been drinking excessively between Ashes Tests.
  • The break and incidents occurred in Noosa, a beach town in Australia.
  • England was losing 2-0 in the Ashes series at the time of the incidents.
  • Head contacted Duckett to ensure he was doing alright amid the controversy.
  • Head noted that players sometimes engage in similar behavior on tours and expressed that it wasn't a major issue.

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