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How Ben Duckett channelled a rebellious streak and natural flair to become an England star

IVO TENNANT talks to the England opener, family, friends and teachers about how he transformed from a young miscreant to a fine international left-hander

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Ivo Tennant | 17/06/2025 at 08:00

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