Jofra Archer Makes Comeback to England's Test Squad for 2nd Test Against India
Jofra Archer's Return to Test Cricket
Jofra Archer, the fast bowler from England, has been included in the squad for the upcoming second Test against India at Edgbaston. This marks his first appearance in Test cricket since February 2021, and the 30-year-old is eager to make an impact in the red-ball format after a significant hiatus.
Recently, Archer participated in his first red-ball match since 2021, where he played to a draw against Durham in Chester-le-Street.
The England Cricket Board took to social media to announce Archer's return, generating excitement among fans.
Jofra Archer is 𝑩𝑨𝑪𝑲 🔥
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) June 26, 2025
Our squad to take on India in the second Test has just dropped 📋👇
Archer was previously sidelined during England's ODI series against the West Indies due to a thumb injury he incurred while playing for the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League.
England Men’s Test Squad: Ben Stokes (C), Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Sam Cook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue, Chris Woakes.