Jofra Archer has provided a vital fitness update ahead of the upcoming Test series, following his career-best bowling performance against South Africa. The England fast bowler took six wickets for 40 runs in the third ODI in Kimberley, inspiring a 59-run victory.
Former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton have praised Archer's return, with Hussain describing him as 'gold dust' for the team. Archer has been sidelined for 17 months with back and elbow injuries but is now building fitness ahead of the Ashes and the World Cup.
Archer will head to the Indian Premier League with Mumbai Indians to gain more bowling practice. Atherton cautioned against over-expectation but acknowledged Archer's value as a wicket-taker in 50-over cricket.
