England Recall Archer for Pivotal Third Test Against India at Lord's

England’s fast bowler Jofra Archer is set to make a highly anticipated return to Test cricket in the third match against India at Lord's, his first appearance in four years due to a series of injuries. England captain Ben Stokes affirmed that Archer is fully fit and ready, having prepared with a first-class game for Sussex, and emphasized the bowler’s determination and skill. Archer’s inclusion is seen as a key strategic move to strengthen England’s bowling attack after a heavy defeat at Edgbaston and will be complemented by the return of Jasprit Bumrah for India. India’s batting coach, Sitanshu Kotak, acknowledged Archer’s return as a significant challenge and noted the likelihood of England preparing a more challenging pitch at Lord’s to counter the in-form Indian batsmen. The series is evenly poised at 1-1, with both teams adapting tactics as the contest intensifies, highlighting Archer’s potential impact on the game's outcome. Fans and experts alike anticipate Archer’s performance with excitement, hopeful he can replicate the promise he showed during his debut at Lord’s in 2019.