LONDON — England’s cricket team has received a significant boost with the potential return of fast bowler Jofra Archer, who might make his first Test match appearance in nearly four years. Archer has been incorporated into England’s squad for the upcoming second Test against India, set to take place at Edgbaston next week. England currently holds a 1-0 lead in the ongoing five-Test series.
At 30 years old, Archer’s last appearance for England in a Test match occurred in February 2021, during a series against India. His return to the Test arena has been eagerly awaited after he sustained a right thumb injury during the Indian Premier League. Archer’s injury sidelined him from the red-ball format for over four years.
This week marked Archer’s return to red-ball cricket as he featured for Sussex in the English County Championship. During the match, Archer bowled 18 overs, taking 1-32 in a single innings while also contributing with the bat, scoring 31 runs.
Cricket enthusiasts are eager to see whether Archer’s addition to the squad will strengthen England’s bowling lineup as they aim to extend their series lead over India.