England Star Jofra Archer Takes Wicket Off 3rd Ball on Long-Awaited Return to Test Cricket
GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, JUL 11 – Jofra Archer dismissed India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal within three balls after returning from a four-year injury hiatus, impressing with speeds over 90 mph, officials said.
- Jofra Archer returned to Test cricket on the second day of the third Test between England and India at Lord's on Friday, taking a wicket off his third ball.
- Archer's comeback followed a four-year absence caused by multiple injuries, including two right elbow operations, limiting his first-class overs significantly.
- In his first over, Archer bowled a 90mph delivery that dismissed opener Yashasvi Jaiswal caught at second slip by Harry Brook, sparking excitement among the crowd and teammates.
- Archer bowled 10 overs with speeds reaching 93mph, injecting intensity into a slow pitch and reminding England of his value after starring in their 2019 World Cup win.
- Archer's successful return provided England a crucial breakthrough before tea, suggesting potential impact for the rest of the match amid a continued battle of attrition.
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'Class' Jofra Archer's breathtaking return for England that sends Lord's crowd wild against India
Joe Root described Jofra Archer's return to Test cricket as "class", as Lord's Cricket Ground erupted after the 30-year-old marked his return with a wicket from just his third delivery
·London, United Kingdom
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Jofra Archer makes instant impact with wicket of Yashasvi Jaiswal
Harry Brook snapped up the catch at second slip.
·Basildon, United Kingdom
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