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Duckett Given Green Light for Champions Trophy Appearance

England's opening batsman, Ben Duckett, has been given the green light to participate in the upcoming Champions Trophy, scheduled to kick off next week in Pakistan.

Duckett Given Green Light for Champions Trophy Involvement
Duckett Given Green Light for Champions Trophy Involvement

Duckett Given Green Light for Champions Trophy Appearance

The England cricket team is gearing up for the upcoming Champions Trophy in Pakistan, scheduled to commence next week. Despite a few injury concerns, key players such as Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, and Jamie Overton are fit and fully available for the tournament.

However, not all is smooth sailing for the English squad. Ben Duckett, one of the opening batsmen, faced a minor concern regarding the left side of his groin during a match against India. Fortunately, recent scans have confirmed that he is free from any serious injury and has received medical clearance to compete in the Champions Trophy.

Unfortunately, Jamie Smith has been sidelined since late January due to a calf injury, and Jamie Overton is experiencing a hamstring issue. As a result, Jacob Bethell was initially included in the squad, but he is now unavailable due to a hamstring injury. Tom Banton has stepped in to replace Bethell in the team.

Jofra Archer is another player recovering from an injury, having sustained a cut on his hand. Brydon Carse is also dealing with a toe issue.

The England cricket team is set to travel to Pakistan on Tuesday, preparing for their first match against Australia in Lahore next Saturday. The team has had a challenging run against India, suffering a 3-0 series defeat in ODIs and losing four out of five T20 matches.

The Champions Trophy presents a fresh opportunity for the team to regroup and showcase their skills on the international stage. Despite the injuries and recent setbacks, the team remains optimistic and determined to perform well in the tournament.

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