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Will Jofra Archer Play For England In The T20 World Cup 2024? Here's The Update

Jofra Archer during practicing in English camp [x.com]Jofra Archer during practicing in English camp [x.com]

England's hopes for the T20 World Cup 2024 have received a significant boost with the anticipated return of Jofra Archer to their squad. The explosive right-arm seamer is nearing his comeback after a year-long hiatus due to recurring elbow injuries.

Archer's absence since May 2023, marked by setbacks during the IPL 2023 and subsequent tournaments, left a noticeable gap in England's bowling arsenal.

The news regarding his fitness and recovery gained traction when Archer was ruled out of the ongoing IPL 2024 due to a recurrence of injuries.

However, cricket fans eagerly awaited the announcement of England's 15-player squad for the T20 World Cup 2024, scheduled for Tuesday. All eyes were on whether Archer's name would feature in the list, indicating his readiness to spearhead England's title defense campaign.

Will Archer play for England?

Despite ongoing caution from the England and Wales Cricket Board, Archer's potential inclusion signifies a strategic move to bolster their title defense campaign.

His skills as an 'X-factor' bowler, instrumental in England's 2019 World Cup triumph, adds depth to their lineup. Archer's intimate knowledge of Caribbean conditions, stemming from his Barbadian roots, further enhances England's chances in the tournament.

The 28-year-old's rehabilitation journey in Barbados has shown promising progress, raising hopes for his return to peak form and fitness.

While ruled out of Test cricket until at least 2025, Archer's proficiency in the shorter format aligns with England's aspirations for T20 glory. His anticipated comeback aligns with England's squad announcement for the upcoming series against Pakistan and the T20 World Cup 2024.

England, defending champions of the T20 World Cup, will kick off their campaign against Scotland on June 4 in Barbados, followed by clashes against Australia and Oman.