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Opening batter Ben Duckett backed to thrive long-term in second England chance

Ben Duckett has been backed to thrive long-term in a position that has given England a headache for several years after grasping his second chance at Test cricket with both hands.

Ben Duckett

Former England assistant coach says Ben Duckett should open in next Ashes

England's Ben Duckett has earned the right to open the batting in the Ashes, according to former assistant coach Paul Farbrace.

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Ben Duckett admits England had 'limited footage' of Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed

Ben Duckett admitted England had "limited footage" of Abrar Ahmed ahead of the second Test against Pakistan but insisted he was not a "mystery spinner" after the 24-year-old claimed seven wickets on day one in Multan.