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England have thrown the spotlight back on Jofra Archer, back into the XI ahead of the third Test. His return, replacing Josh Tongue, reflects a strategy to pressure India with match-winning pace.
Ben Stokes’ simple selection conversation—Are you ready? Been ready—captures Archer’s focused determination. It’s a sign of belief from leadership.
Despite limited bowling in recent years, Archer’s debut at Lord’s proved his potential. Stokes expects him to replicate that impact under pressure: Expectations… absolutely not negative.
With India’s top-order piling on runs, Archer is England’s concrete attempt to reset the battle in this tight series.