Jofra Archer finally returns to Test cricket after long injury hiatus
- Jofra Archer returns to Test cricket after four years of injury struggles.
- The third Test at Lord's is critical, with the series tied at 1-1 against India.
- England aims to leverage Archer's return for a turnaround against a strong Indian lineup.
In July 2025, England's cricket team anticipates Jofra Archer's highly anticipated return to Test cricket. This comes after a long hiatus of over four years due to various injury concerns. Archer's return is seen as crucial, especially in light of the ongoing series against India, which is currently tied at 1-1. The previous matches have seen a high scoring trend, with a noteworthy performance from India's Shubman Gill, accumulating 430 runs across two innings. England’s head coach Brendon McCullum has expressed optimism that the conditions at Lord’s will provide a more conducive environment for bowling, which could benefit Archer's comeback. His past performances from 2019 have left a lasting impression on both teammates and opponents alike, making expectations around him very high.