England’s batter Ben Duckett made history in Test cricket by becoming the fastest player to score 2,000 runs, surpassing legends like Adam Gilchrist and Virender Sehwag.
Ben Duckett Breaks World Record: Fastest to 2,000 Runs in Test Cricket
Ben Duckett has stunned the cricket world with a new record in Test cricket. During England’s second Test match against Pakistan in Multan, Duckett became the fastest player to reach 2,000 runs in terms of balls faced. His achievement has set a new standard for fast-scoring in Test cricket, previously held by New Zealand’s Tim Southee.
Key Highlights of Duckett’s Record:
- Record set: Fastest 2,000 Test runs based on balls faced.
- Balls faced by Duckett: 2,293 balls.
- Previous record: Tim Southee – 2,418 balls.
Duckett’s feat also broke the long-standing records held by cricket greats like Adam Gilchrist, Virender Sehwag, and Rishabh Pant, making it one of the most significant milestones in Test cricket history.
Fastest Players to Score 2,000 Runs in Test Cricket
- Ben Duckett – 2,293 balls
- Tim Southee – 2,418 balls
- Adam Gilchrist – 2,483 balls
- Virender Sehwag – 2,759 balls
- Rishabh Pant – 2,797 balls
Match Update: Second Test in Multan
England’s position after day two of the second Test match against Pakistan shows mixed fortunes. Ben Duckett’s century (114 runs) put the team in a strong position, but a middle-order collapse caused a stumble. By the end of the day:
- England’s score: 239/6
- Trailing by: 127 runs.
Pakistan’s bowlers, Sajid Khan (4/86) and Nauman Ali (2/75), led a stunning recovery by picking up four wickets for just 14 runs.
Test Series So Far
England is leading the three-match series 1-0. The victory in the first Test came by an innings and 47 runs. Duckett’s outstanding form has been pivotal in England’s quest to dominate the series.
Why Duckett’s Record is Remarkable
Duckett’s ability to reach 2,000 runs in only 2,293 balls is extraordinary due to the pressure and consistency required in Test matches. His achievement surpasses players known for aggressive batting, such as Adam Gilchrist and Virender Sehwag, both of whom were considered icons in this domain.
FAQs on Ben Duckett’s Test Record
- Who held the fastest 2,000 Test runs record before Ben Duckett?
- New Zealand’s Tim Southee, who reached 2,000 runs in 2,418 balls.
- How many balls did Ben Duckett take to score 2,000 runs?
- Duckett took 2,293 balls, setting a new record.
- How did Ben Duckett’s performance impact England in the second Test?
- His century gave England a strong start before a middle-order collapse.
- Who are some of the other fastest players to reach 2,000 Test runs?
- Adam Gilchrist, Virender Sehwag, and Rishabh Pant are in the top five.
- What was the score at the end of day two in the second Test?
- England was 239/6, trailing by 127 runs.
- Which bowlers led Pakistan’s comeback on day two?
- Sajid Khan (4/86) and Nauman Ali (2/75) triggered England’s collapse.
- What’s the status of the Test series between England and Pakistan?
- England is leading 1-0 in the three-match series.
- What’s Ben Duckett’s highest score in Test cricket?
- His highest score so far is 114, achieved in this match.
- How many runs did Pakistan score in their first innings of the second Test?
- Pakistan scored 366 runs in their first innings.
- How did England perform in the first Test match of this series?
- England won the first Test by an innings and 47 runs.