England fast-bowler Jofra Archer has inked a contract extension with Sussex following his recovery from a lengthy elbow injury that sidelined him for the entire summer season.
While the precise length of the extension remains undisclosed, it ensures Archer’s continued association with the county he joined back in 2016.
The 28-year-old has been a standout performer for Sussex, amassing 181 first-class wickets, and his remarkable skills in all formats have established him as one of England’s most thrilling pace bowlers.
His Test debut against Australia in 2019 and his pivotal role in England’s 2019 World Cup victory catapulted him to global cricket stardom.
However, injuries have plagued Archer’s career in recent years, with a 2021 elbow injury followed by a stress fracture in his back, causing him to miss the entire 2022 English season. Although he made a return to international cricket in January, he was subsequently ruled out for the summer due to another elbow issue.
Now, as Archer resumes bowling under the supervision of England’s medical team, there’s optimism that he might earn a place as a reserve in England’s World Cup squad.
His journey back to full fitness will be closely watched by cricket enthusiasts and England supporters alike.
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