By A sensational century by Ben Duckett, at 88 balls the fastest against India, left the hosts shell-shocked in Rajkot.
England, at 207 for 2 (with Ben Duckett unbeaten on 133 and Joe Root on 9*), trailed India’s first-innings total of 445 by 238 runs. Duckett’s sensational century, achieved in just 88 balls, left the hosts shell-shocked. His innings was not characterized by streaky shots; none of his 19 fours and one six in his first 102 runs came off an edge. Duckett seemed in total control, capitalizing on any width offered by the quick bowlers and using the sweep and reverse-sweep against the spinners.
In just 35 overs on the second day, Duckett scored 133 of England’s 207 runs, showcasing his dominance. India, in contrast, had struggled earlier in the day, adding just 119 runs in 45 overs to their overnight total of 326 for 5. The pattern of India losing wickets without a solid partnership continued, with England’s bowlers executing their plans effectively against the Indian batsmen.
Most runs between tea and close by an England batter
121 Matt Prior vs WI Lord’s 2007
118 Wally Hammond vs Ind Old Trafford 1936
114 Ben Duckett vs Ind Rajkot 2024 *
Most runs scored in a session in India
133 V Sehwag vs SL Mumbai BS 2009
114 B Duckett vs Ind Rajkot 2024 *
109 MS Dhoni vs Aus Chennai 2013
108 Karun Nair vs Eng Chennai 2016
108 V Sehwag vs SA Chennai 2008
Duckett is the first visiting batter to score 100+ runs in a session in India
