04 Ben Duckett

Ben Duckett: Player Profile & 2026 Career Status

The PCA Record-Breaker: A Historic 2016

Ben Duckett’s rise was nothing short of historic. In 2016, while playing for Northamptonshire, he became the first player ever to claim both the PCA Player of the Year and Young Player of the Year awards in the same season. During that prolific year, he amassed over 2,700 runs across all formats, including a staggering unbeaten 282 against Sussex* and a List A double-century (220) against Sri Lanka A.

Resilience and the “Bazball” Revolution

After a challenging start to his international career in 2016, where his technique against spin was tested in India, Duckett spent years refining his game on the domestic circuit. His return to the Test side in late 2022 was spectacular. Perfectly suited for the aggressive “Bazball” era under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, he famously teamed up with Zak Crawley to record the fastest double-century opening partnership in Test history (233 balls) against Pakistan.

Champions Trophy 2025: Rewriting History

In February 2025, Duckett etched his name into the history books during the ICC Champions Trophy. In a high-stakes clash against Australia in Lahore, he smashed a brilliant 165 off 143 balls, the highest individual score in the tournament’s history at that time. His innings featured 17 fours and 3 sixes, further proving his dominance in the ODI format.

IPL 2026 and Franchise Global Reach

After years of being a sought-after player in leagues like the BBL (Melbourne Stars) and The Hundred (Birmingham Phoenix), Duckett is set for his IPL debut in 2026. Signed by the Delhi Capitals for ₹2 Crore, his ability to stabilize the top order while maintaining a high strike rate makes him a critical addition to the DC squad.

Ben Duckett: Career Statistics

Data consolidated as of January 20, 2026.

International Batting Performance