
Professionalism a priority after Ashes – Duckett
England opener Ben Duckett says greater professionalism is a major “priority” for him following a winter Ashes series blighted by off-the-field issues including claims of excessive drinking.
SATURDAY, 28 MARCH 2026, 20:36

England opener Ben Duckett says greater professionalism is a major “priority” for him following a winter Ashes series blighted by off-the-field issues including claims of excessive drinking.
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