IND vs ENG: No Jofra Archer! England name playing XI for 2nd Test against India | Cricket News

Jofra Archer of England (Photo by Ian Horrocks/Getty Images)

England have named their playing XI for the second Rothesay Test against India at Edgbaston, beginning on Wednesday. The facet, led by Ben Stokes, sees no main surprises after their thrilling win within the collection opener at Headingley. The staff contains Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, and Shoaib Bashir — rounding off an unchanged and balanced unit constructed for English circumstances.While the squad seems to be settled, quick bowler Jofra Archer’s availability for the remainder of the collection stays in query. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed that Archer missed coaching on Monday resulting from a household emergency.

England XI for 2nd Rothesay Test against India

Archer’s comeback has been one of the anticipated storylines forward of the 2nd Test. Having not performed a Test since February 2021 resulting from persistent elbow accidents and a again stress fracture, his shock inclusion within the squad turned heads. His current County outing for Sussex, although modest in numbers, showcased glimpses of his outdated rhythm and uncooked tempo, sparking renewed optimism amongst followers and selectors alike.

India, in the meantime, will look to bounce again after going 0-1 down within the five-match collection. As England purpose to press their benefit, all eyes shall be on how India’s batters reply to the hosts’ unchanged tempo arsenal.

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