England Eyes Jofra Archer Return to Counter India at Lord’s Test
England Eyes Jofra Archer Return to Counter India at Lord’s Test

England Eyes Jofra Archer Return to Counter India at Lord’s Test

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England cricket is considering a crucial lineup change for the third Test against India at Lord's, with former players and current coach backing the return of fast bowler Jofra Archer. Stuart Broad and James Anderson have highlighted Archer's unique attributes, including his pace, bounce, and movement, as potentially game-changing against the dominant Indian batting, particularly against captain Shubman Gill, who has scored prolifically in the series. Archer, who has battled injuries and has not played Test cricket since 2021, recently made a first-class comeback for Sussex and is reportedly fit and ready according to England coach Brendon McCullum. Broad emphasized Archer's ability to unsettle Gill, predicting that his bowling could lead to an LBW dismissal, which could shift the momentum in England's favor. India, coming off a commanding victory in the second Test, are bolstered by the return of their top bowler Jasprit Bumrah, making the upcoming match highly competitive. The inclusion of Archer is seen as a vital move to counter India's strong performance and help England reclaim control in the five-Test ICC World Test Championship series currently tied at 1-1.

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