The hosts have already named an unchanged playing XI that won the first Test against India by five wickets in Headingley for the second Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test at the Edgbaston Stadium. However, the ECB didn’t reveal why Archer was not named in the XI despite clearing the fitness test.
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The fiery paceman bowled mostly to England openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley. Before the intense training session, Jofra was also seen chatting with England managing director Rob Key, hinting at possible plans for his immediate return to the side against India.
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Chris Woakes welcomes Jofra Archer back and says his presence lifts England camp
Meanwhile, Chris Woakes is thrilled to see Jofra Archer back with the England squad, even though he’s not playing in the Edgbaston Test. The English star said that Archer’s return is a big boost for the team and praised him for working hard through a tough injury phase.
Chris Woakes was quoted as saying by Sky Sports at the pre-match press conference, “Brilliant for Jof, brilliant for us as a team. It is a big boost to have him back. When Jof is around, he adds a lot to the group, not only as a player but as a person and as a character.”
His best is probably still ahead of him: Chris Woakes
He added, “His best is probably still ahead of him. I'm sure he's chomping at the bit to get back out there and show people what he has already done in the whites. We all know how good he can be, but he's at an age where his best is still ahead of him, which is exciting for him and us. Hopefully, when he does get back out there, it will be great to have him back and great for the fans.”
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