Jofra Archer’s Triumphant Comeback: England Prevail by 23 Runs Against Pakistan

Birmingham, May 27

In a thrilling second T20 international at Edgbaston, Jofra Archer marked his first England appearance in over a year with a standout performance, propelling his side to a 23-run victory over Pakistan.

The fast bowler, who last represented England in Bangladesh in March 2023, made a strong comeback, showcasing his prowess with both bat and ball. Archer first showcased his batting prowess, clubbing a four and a six in the final over to help England post a respectable total of 183-7.

Archer then took center stage with the ball, recording impressive figures of 2-28 from his four overs. He dismissed Azam Khan (11) and Imad Wasim (22) as Pakistan’s chase fizzled out, ultimately being bowled out for 160 in reply.

“The return of Archer, who reached speeds of up to 90mph, was a significant boost for England ahead of next month’s T20 World Cup. His impressive performance, which included a cameo with the bat, has undoubtedly bolstered the team’s confidence and prospects for the upcoming tournament.”

England captain Jos Buttler also played a pivotal role, scoring a blistering 84 off just 51 deliveries, further solidifying the home side’s dominance.

The series now moves to Cardiff on Tuesday and The Kia Oval on Thursday, where England will look to secure a series victory against their Pakistani counterparts. With Jofra Archer back in the mix, the hosts will be eager to continue their momentum and fine-tune their preparations for the T20 World Cup.

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