Ben Mayes, a talented young English cricketer, has captivated cricket enthusiasts worldwide with his extraordinary right-hand batting prowess. He began his cricketing journey in Hampshire domestic cricket from the under-14s level and currently represents the England Under-19 cricket team professionally. At just 18 years old, Mayes achieved an unprecedented feat in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 by scoring 191 runs off 117 balls, establishing a new benchmark for England batters in U-19 World Cups, and one of the joint second-highest ever in the tournament. His dynamic middle-order batting approach has earned him recognition as a future star in international cricket. Mayes developed his cricketing skills from a young age and played club cricket for Totton and Eling Cricket Club. Subsequently, he joined the Hampshire County Cricket Club talent pathway at the under-14 level. He made his academy debut at 15 and quickly established himself as a key player, representing Hampshire's academy in competitive leagues. His performances at youth levels laid a solid foundation for his professional cricket career.