Jofra Archer's Potential Return Boosts England Ahead of Second Test

Exciting News for England Cricket Fans

England's cricket team may receive a significant boost with the anticipated return of star fast bowler Jofra Archer. The 30-year-old has been named in the Sussex squad for their upcoming match against Durham, marking his first appearance since May 2021. Archer's comeback has been delayed due to numerous injuries and surgeries over the past years.

Archer's Recent Performances

Jofra Archer will be in County Championship action for Sussex against Durham.#JofraArcher #Countycricket2025 pic.twitter.com/lEWC9BUlao

— Wisden (@WisdenCricket) June 22, 2025

Despite his struggles, Archer has made a return to international cricket in limited overs formats, participating in the Champions Trophy 2025. England selector Luke Wright mentioned that if Archer performs well for Sussex, he could be considered for the second Test against India.

Wright's Optimism for Archer

Wright expressed optimism about Archer's situation, stating, "He’s obviously had a horrific time with injuries, but he’s had some good amount of cricket, albeit in the white-ball formats. It’s really exciting for England, but also more exciting for Jof that he’s in a position now where we’re able to have a plan in place and hopefully he gets through something to actually be considered for selection for Test cricket."

India's Dominance in the Series

In the ongoing Test series, India has shown dominance, particularly in the first Test's initial two days. The Indian batting lineup, featuring Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Rishabh Pant, collectively scored centuries, propelling the team to a total of 471 runs in their first innings.

England's bowlers struggled during this period, with Ben Stokes and Josh Tongue each taking four wickets. If Archer manages to secure a place in the squad for the second Test, it would be a significant advantage for the home team.