England have received a timely boost with Ben Duckett declared available for the Champions Trophy. Duckett sustained a problem in his left groin during England’s 142-run thrashing to India in Ahmedabad on Wednesday to cast doubt over his involvement in the tournament,

Kevin Pietersen has some criticism of Ben Duckett for his divisive statement that he doesn't care if England loses 3-0 to India, which raises questions about the team's commitment and focus.

The ECB statement read, “ Scans on a left groin injury have confirmed that England Men’s batter Ben Duckett is fit and available for the ICC Champions Trophy. Duckett sustained the injury while fielding during the first innings of England’s third ODI defeat to India in Ahmedabad last Wednesday. “

England opener Ben Duckett is passed fit to take part in the Champions Trophy after a scan on a groin problem.

England are drawn in Group B alongside world champions Australia, South Africa, and Afghanistan for the eight-nation tournament, which will be hosted across Pakistan and Dubai.

England's Champions Trophy prospects have received a boost after Ben Duckett was given the all-clear, following a left groin injury sustained during last week's ODI series against India. Duckett's form at the top of the order had been one of the positives for England in an otherwise disappointing campaign.

In a massive boost to England’s chances of tasting success in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, opener Ben Duckett has passed the fitness test, getting cleared of a left groin injury scare he suffered during the third ODI against India in Ahmedabad.