Archer back in England Test squad after four-year absence
Paceman Jofra Archer has been named in England's squad for the second Test against India after an absence of more than four years.
The 30-year old fast bowler, hampered by injuries during his career, has played just 13 Tests and none since February 2021.
His most recent match for England was in March against South Africa in a one-day international at the ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
Archer returned to first-class action for his English county team Sussex for the first time in four years on Sunday, taking a single wicket in the drawn match against Durham.
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