England's fast bowler Jofra Archer has stated that he is fully prepared to play in the remaining two Test matches if the team management trusts him. Archer clearly stated that he doesn't want to see the team lose this series and wants to contribute fully.
Sports News: England's star fast bowler Jofra Archer has made a significant statement regarding his cricket career. Following a fantastic return in the 2025 five-match Test series against India, Archer revealed that he wants to play in the fourth and fifth Test matches against India. Furthermore, he also mentioned that his next big priority is to play in the Ashes series in November.
Jofra Archer put in a sensational performance in the Lord's Test, taking 5 wickets and once again proving with his fast bowling that he is a player for the big matches. England won the series 2-1 by defeating India by 22 runs at Lord's.
Jofra Archer Wants to Wreak Havoc Against India Again
Jofra Archer said, "I want to play the last two Tests against India. I know that returning to Test cricket isn't easy, but my focus is currently on this series. If the management trusts me, I can play both matches. I don't want England to lose this series. We came here to win, and I want to contribute to that."
Regarding his comeback, Archer said, "I focused more on ODIs and T20s in the last two years because it's a bit difficult to find fitness and rhythm in Test cricket. But now I've found my rhythm. The team has learned to play aggressive cricket under the coaching of Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes, and I want to play with that same mindset."
Plans Made for Ashes 2025 as Well
Jofra Archer has also made it clear that his sights are not limited to just the series against India. He said, “My next big effort will be to be on that plane when the England team leaves for Australia for the Ashes in November. I have worked hard on both my fitness and form, and now no injury can stop me.”
Archer's pace and control on the pitch troubled India's batsmen in the Lord's Test. He bowled at a speed of around 145 kmph, demolishing the Indian top order.
Liam Dawson also Returns to Tests After 8 Years
England has announced its team for the fourth Test (from July 23) against India in Manchester. A big change has been made in the team, where left-arm spinner Liam Dawson has been included in place of injured spinner Shoaib Bashir. Dawson has returned to the England Test team after 8 years.
In the Lord's Test, England defeated India by 22 runs, all out for 170 runs in response to a target of 193. With this win, England has taken a 2-1 lead in the series, and now the Manchester Test has become decisive for both teams.
Questions have been constantly raised about Archer's fitness, but he has proved with his hard work that he is now ready for a ber comeback than before. He said, "Getting the body ready again for Test cricket is the most difficult part. But I was patient and returned at the right time. I am now more confident than ever and consider every match a new chapter in my career."
