He took a mental health break from the game in 2021 and later released a documentary which detailed his personal struggles. Ben Duckett (right) in conversation with Rob Key (left) at the MCG (Robbie Stephenson/PA)“I am obviously aware of the reports and everything circulating around. Supporting them and letting them know that I will be there for them through thick and thin is very, very important, and Ben Duckett knows that. It’s not a nice place to be.”With no reserve openers on tour, Duckett was never likely to be stood down in Melbourne, but as expected Ollie Pope has finally run out of road at number three. He now faces a return to county cricket and a long road back after 64 Tests.

Source: Express December 24, 2025 06:57 UTC