There is bad news for fans of England’s finest fast bowler Joffra Archer. He was dropped from the England squad for the 2023 World Cup. Archer is not fully fit after the injury. England international Luke Wright said Archer could not play at the 2023 World Cup. However, he will continue to go to India as a reserve. The 2023 World Cup is scheduled to take place in India from October 5.
According to a message from Cricinfo, Wright said of Archer: “The England team is very interested in Archer’s return.” But we also have to keep an eye on what’s right for them. It’s unfortunate that he got injured. When we look at the World Cup, there is no time left. You will not be able to take part in the World Cup. It is our responsibility to take care of them. We have to make the right decision while keeping an eye on the future. He’s a great player for England.
Archer played for England at the last ODI in March 2023. He has taken 42 wickets in ODIs in 21 games. His best performance during this period was taking 6 wickets for 40 runs. Archer has won 42 wickets in 13 Test matches. The best performance was taking 6 wickets for 45 runs in an inning of this format. Archer has recorded 18 wickets in 15 international T20 matches.
Significantly, a series of 4 ODIs and 4 T20 matches will be played between England and New Zealand. It starts on August 30th. England recently announced the team for it. But Archer has no place in it. After that, the 2023 World Cup will begin on October 5th. It will see England’s first game against New Zealand, to be played in Ahmedabad.
