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Jofra Archer Returns to England Test Team After Four-Year Absence

7/9/2025

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Jofra Archer makes a triumphant return to the England Test team against India at Lord's, after a long four-year absence. Captain Ben Stokes commended Archer's remarkable resilience in overcoming injuries. He steps in for Josh Tongue, while Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse hold their spots, and Mark Wood eyes a comeback in the series.

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Jofra Archer makes a triumphant return to the England Test team against India at Lord's, after a long four-year absence. Captain Ben Stokes commended Archer's remarkable resilience in overcoming injuries. He steps in for Josh Tongue, while Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse hold their spots, and Mark Wood eyes a comeback in the series.