England’s Hopes Rise as Jofra Archer Eyes Test Return Against India

England is looking forward to a potential resurgence with the possible inclusion of Jofra Archer in the second Test match. Archer, who last played a match for Sussex in May 2021, is set to play for the team against Durham. Multiple injuries and surgeries have kept Archer away from the sport, but he has played in the Champions Trophy 2025. England selector Luke Wright has stated that Archer’s performance with Sussex could open the door for his selection against India in the second Test. India has taken control of the first test, with centuries from Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Rishabh Pant. England’s bowlers, including Ben Stokes and Josh Tongue, have struggled, taking only four wickets each in the first innings. Archer’s inclusion in the second match could be a game-changer for the host team.