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Jofra Archer Criticized for Pillow Arrival Amid Ashes Struggles

12/6/2025

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Jofra Archer faced criticism from former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden for arriving at the Gabba with a pillow during the third day of the second Ashes Test.
England needed four wickets to dismiss Australia, who led by 116 runs at 450-8.
Hayden described Archer's appearance as "shocking," suggesting it would not inspire confidence in batsmen.
Despite England's struggles, Archer bowled 25 overs by the first interval, his second-most in a Test innings since 2019.
England had a disappointing day, including five missed chances in the field.

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Jofra Archer faced criticism from former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden for arriving at the Gabba with a pillow during the third day of the second Ashes Test.
England needed four wickets to dismiss Australia, who led by 116 runs at 450-8.
Hayden described Archer's appearance as "shocking," suggesting it would not inspire confidence in batsmen.
Despite England's struggles, Archer bowled 25 overs by the first interval, his second-most in a Test innings since 2019.
England had a disappointing day, including five missed chances in the field.