Ben Duckett smashed a record-breaking 165 as England posted a formidable 351/8 after being asked to bat first. The English openers held one end and played a counter-attacking knock on a tricky surface.

A magnificent 165 from opening batter Ben Duckett powered England to 351 for 8 against Australia in their Champions Trophy match in Lahore on Saturday.

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,