Sun Sep 29 13:40:10 UTC 2024: ## Duckett Dazzles with Century as England Dominate Australia in Bristol
**Bristol, England:** England’s opening batsman, Ben Duckett, registered his second ODI century in style, smashing a blistering 107 off 91 balls as England dominated Australia in the fifth and final ODI at the County Ground in Bristol on Sunday.
Duckett reached his milestone in the 32nd over, striking a single off Glenn Maxwell. His innings was a masterclass of aggressive strokeplay, featuring 13 fours and two sixes.
The southpaw initially played cautiously, observing his opening partner Phil Salt, who took the attack to the Australian bowlers from the outset. However, after Salt was dismissed for 45, Duckett shifted gears, unleashing a barrage of boundaries against Josh Hazlewood in the following over.
He formed a crucial 132-run partnership with captain Harry Brook, who also scored a quickfire 72, propelling England past 200 in just 24.2 overs. Duckett brought up his half-century off just 45 balls, continuing his onslaught against the Australian bowlers.
Despite his century, Duckett’s innings was cut short by Travis Head, who caught him at long off as he attempted another six. However, England’s strong foundation laid by Duckett and Brook ultimately paved the way for a resounding victory, leaving Australia reeling at 238/6 after 34 overs.
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