Meaning: This tattoo signifies his heritage i.e Maori Culture and his belongingness with it. Ben is the part of Maori ancestry. Maoris are basically the indigenous people who belong to New Zealand. This ink on Ben’s body symbolizes Social Status, Power and Prestige.

3. Phrase

Tattoo: Within the Maori design tattoo there exists a quote inked which says, ‘Being the best you can be is only possible if you desire to be a champion and your fear of failure is non-existent’. Ben is an outstanding player and is said to have got few motivational tattoos for inspiring himself continuously. Thus, to keep him motivated for any failure, he faces either in his personal or in career front, Ben is known to have got this ink done.

It’s quite long – definitely the longest sentence I’ve ever said!
I wanted a phrase that I felt I could always live by and that represents me.

4. Silver Fern Symbol

Tattoo: There is a Silver Fern Symbol inked near Ben’s left shoulder. Silver Fern is the symbol of New Zealand’s nationality.

RIGHT ARM TATTOOS

5. ‘Maori Goddess’ Tattoo

Tattoo: This is another ink which is the symbolism of his connection with Maori Culture. His right bicep is tattooed with a lady which shows the Maori Goddess.

6. ‘Rose’ Tattoo

Tattoo: On the slight outer side of Ben’s right upper arm, there is a Rose inked along with two leaves. Rose is the national flower of England. Thus, this ink is the symbol of his strong love for England and its Cricket team of which he is part.

7. ‘Cricket Test Series No’s’ Tattoos

These are my England numbers: I’ve got my test number (658), 20:20 number (58) and ODI number (221) on there.

8. Quote By Drake Tattoo

Tattoo: Ben is a huge fan of motivational inks and other aspects. There exists another tattoo whose lines are taken from Drake’s famous song, ‘Shot For Me…’. He etched these words on his right arm just below the tattoo of his dear daughter. These words always motivate him and never let him down. The tattoo says, ‘May people respect you, Trouble neglect you, Angels protect you, Heaven accepts you’.