Injury forces Archer to miss second test
Cricket: Jofra Archer will miss England’s second test against India after picking up an elbow injury.
Archer played his part in the touring side’s victory in the series opener in Chennai but has been ruled out of the followup at the same ground which starts today.
The 25yearold fast bowler reported pain in his right arm during the match and, although that did not stop him sending down a fiery spell as the team pressed for the win on day five, he has since been given an injection and advised to rest. Archer previously had elbow problems during last winter’s tour of South Africa though medical staff believe the issues are unrelated and expect him to be fit for the third test in Ahmedabad. — AAP