For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Comments are subject to our community guidelines, which can be viewed, Jofra Archer has been a revelation at this year's Cricket World Cup for England, Patrick Waithe, the stepdad of Jofra Archer, As a boy Archer played cricket from dawn till dusk in Barbados, Archer would practice on a pitch next to a graveyard, Playing in his backyard, Archer continued to show his potential in front of stepdad Patrick Waithe, As a young teen, Archers timid and frail appearance hindered his confidence, Initially at school, Archer bowled leg spin, But a growth spurt saw Archer become a more confident boy and he picked up fast bowling with ease, Incredibly, Archer was snubbed by the West Indies, After the Windies didn't pick Jofra for their 2014 Cricket World Cup squad he moved to the UK, Archer was picked up by Sussex in 2016 where he continued his growth, Although he has starred for England at the World Cup, Archer nearly missed out, ECB rules stated that Archer had to complete a seven-year residency in the UK before he could play for England, The ECB ruling was even more absurd considering Archer was born to an English father, pictured alongside him, However, in November last year the ECB changed the rules to a three-year residency which opened the door for Archer to appear in the 2019 World Cup, England Cricket World Cup final will be on free-to-air TV after Channel 4 strike deal with Sky Sports, who has shone for England at the 2019 Cricket World Cup, His meteoric rise has continued this year on the international stage, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The two have been gently egging each other on, with Archer recording average speed of 90.7mph against Bangladesh in Cardiff, while Wood ripped out the fastest ball of the competition so far at 95.6mph. I love him as though he was my own.". Locally, he played for Pickwick Cricket Club - and at home Patrick created a makeshift wicket next to their modest bungalow. JOFRA ARCHER. “He was just the loveliest of boys, so easy to coach. world cup; Six and out: Jofra Archer’s delivery clips stumps before sailing over boundary. Find Archer's Records, Biography, Centuries, Runs, wickets. Photograph: Andrew Boyers/Action Images via Reuters Pace, precision, late swing, a lethal bouncer and a want to have the ball in his hand in the key moments – all the attributes of a world-class bowler and exactly what we saw from Archer on day four of his Test debut at Lord's. Archer has played just 14 ODIs, debuting in May, yet is already a World Cup winner; even bowling the Super Over in that extraordinary match against New Zealand. Cricket World Cup Cinema View. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. I was stood facing him in the nets and in four consecutive balls, he clean bowled me," Waithe revealed. “Jofra helps me get wickets too because in the past I was probably the guy that England were looking for to produce those speeds and having Jof there takes a bit of pressure off. "He’d be up at the crack of dawn and after work we’d practise until the sun was down. New Delhi: Known for bowling at a lethal pace, British fast-bowler Jofra Archer grabbed the limelight on Saturday after he bowled a 143kph delivery to Bangladesh batsman Soumya Sarkar which hit the latter’s bails and went over the rope on Saturday at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. Top Speed: 94mph. Previous videos Next videos. As a youth, Archer did nothing else but play cricket with his stepdad, Patrick Waithe. England have not picked uncapped pace bowler Jofra Archer in a preliminary 15-man World Cup … Jofra Archer has been known as a rising star since his teenage years in Barbados, when his stepfather practised bowling with him for hour after hour on … “One day, he just clicked. Zee News Network London, UK May 31, 2019, 11.53 AM(IST) Written By: Jamie Alter. Jofra Archer hasn’t struggled this summer. Archer has been playing for the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League. Jofra Archer, touching speeds of 94mph, he accounted for Aiden Markram, captain Faf du Plessis and Rassie van der Dussen to finish with 3/27 on his World Cup debut on Thursday (May 30) London: Moeen Ali revealed that Jofra Archer is the fastest bowler he has ever faced after watching the England newcomer rip South Africa apart at The Oval in the ICC World Cup 2019 opener on Thursday (May 30). England's Jofra Archer, making his World Cup debut, ... "I think they'll be more excited by that (Archer and Wood's speed) than someone bowling 120s (kph, 74 mph)," Maxwell said. Jofra Archer could skip the IPL in ... one while lying on the floor having fielded off his own bowling. ... Archer reached an average speed … It’s just a long list. But that is the situation that fast bowler Jofra Archer faces at the moment. Within about six months he was bowling close to 80mph.”. Previous videos Next videos. Mark Wood has long been considered the ace up England’s sleeve when it comes to seriously fast bowling, the one man who can regularly record 90mph, whose run-up has opposition batsmen shifting back in the crease a few inches and tightening the strap of their helmet. Cricket World Cup 2019: Jofra Archer makes 95mph bowling look so easy it’s frustrating, says Mark Wood. He's already won a World Cup and now Jofra Archer is set to help England dominate cricket for years. I could see this car and knew what was going to happen. 30 May 19. And he seemed to be on his way, representing the Windies at Under-19 level three times in 2014. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. “ He adds something slightly different to me because it looks like effortless pace and it surprises people at how quick he is. He never tires. — James Wickham (@JamesWickham) May 30, 2019 Jofra Archer bowling 90mph rockets as casually as if … His meteoric rise has continued this year on the international stage, as Archer's aggressive style has had the world's best batsman quaking in their boots. “At times it might not even get wickets for you but it gets wickets for other people and I know Moeen [Ali] talks about how people play him slightly differently because of me and Jofra. He’s averaged 36, taken some important wickets, and his body has held up across three Tests in four weeks. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? The driver got out and I feared the worse, but he was delighted to have been hit by a ball hit by Jofra!”. That sums up the Jofra Archer we met on the day it was announced the searing pace bowler had made England's 15-man World Cup squad. “We’d spend every day practising," he told the Sunday Mirror. “It was like he hit it into space. He had all the attributes of being a fast bowler. His return to fitness has collided with the international eligibility of Jofra Archer to make one of the most potent bowling attacks in the one-day game. Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. Barbados-born fast bowler Archer was included in the 15-man squad announced on the back of a mere three ODI games. Cricket World Cup: Jofra Archer adds to England weapons ... short-pitched fast bowling come to the fore. “As for myself I’m a bit more skiddier with it so we complement each other and it is great to bowl in tandem with him. 02:40 ICC Hall of Fame 2020 | Lisa Sthalekar on the development of women's cricket 24 Aug 20 2. Although Archer's real father was English, and he's a British passport holder, he initially wasn't allowed to play for England until the winter of 2022. You can find our Community Guidelines in full here. New Delhi: Known for bowling at a lethal pace, British fast-bowler Jofra Archer grabbed the limelight on Saturday after he bowled a 143kph delivery to Bangladesh batsman Soumya Sarkar which hit the latter’s bails and went over the rope on Saturday at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. Archer, 24, was England's leading wicket-taker in their triumphant World Cup campaign. “I was injured at the time so I put myself pretty much to the bottom of that list. Cricket World Cup Cinema View. Jofra Archer should never have been at Lord's bowling to Steve Smith in the Ashes. Especially when that player may not even get into the final 15-man squad for the tournament. The West Indies must have rued the day they ignored Archer's ability when his three-wicket haul earlier in the World Cup helped England to an eight wicket victory. Our journalists will try to respond by joining the threads when they can to create a true meeting of independent Premium. Jofra Archer displayed speed and craft as the young West Indian played a big role in England's opening win in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 versus South Africa at The Oval, London on Thursday Jofra Chioke Archer (born 1 April 1995) is a Barbadian-born English cricketer representing England and Sussex.In April 2019, Archer was selected to play for the England team in limited overs fixtures against Ireland and Pakistan.He made his international debut for England in May 2019, and was part of the England squad that won the 2019 Cricket World Cup. However, in November 2018, the ECB announced a change to its rules, reducing the eligibility period from seven years to three to bring it into line with ICC regulations. “It’s really hard to get a chance in Barbados,” he told Wisden. Waithe would take his adopted son to a pitch next to a graveyard with a load of tennis balls wrapped in tape to mimic the movement of a cricket ball. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Read our full mailing list consent terms here. There, a then-9-year-old Archer would bowl over and over, from dawn to dusk, until his bowling technique improved. • Sussex star did not qualify to represent England until March • Joe Denly and David Willey set to miss outJofra Archer appeals during the fourth ODI against Pakistan at Trent Bridge. ... Archer kept bowling fast, and found his first wicket when Aiden Markram poked an edge to Joe Root at slip. “Everything just seemed to fall into place. There was a process to it; if Jason Roy and Jonny Bairstow had the license to kill with the bat, Jofra Archer was fast-tracked for speed injections throughout a game. Jofra Archer: Fiery England quick will change modern fast bowling, predicts Michael Holding Archer regularly clocked over 90mph at Lord's, while rattling the Australian batsmen. CWC19: Eng v SA – Jofra Archer bowling highlights. Link Copied! WITH a top speed of 95mph, Jofra Archer makes the art of fast bowling look easy. Jofra Archer gives the thumbs-up on a day when he took one for 62 from 10 overs in the ODI win against Pakistan at Trent Bridge. The dual threat is changing the way teams play against England; no more can opposition pick and choose the bowlers to attack. Jofra Archer is the name on every English cricket fan’s lips ahead of what could be the most rewarding summer for some time. The young paceman also bowled the fastest delivery of the World Cup 2019 at 95 mph (153 kph). There’s no second XI, there’s no academy really. The young paceman also bowled the fastest delivery of the World Cup 2019 at 95 mph (153 kph). IPL 2020: Why fast and furious Jofra Archer has been the bowler of the tournament so far Ashish Peter - Senior Writer 16:30 15/10/2020 Image credit - SPORTZPICS FOR BCCI. From under 19 you’ve just got to try and break into the senior team. Due to the sheer scale of this comment community, we are not able to give each post the same level of attention, but we have preserved this area in the interests of open debate. Initially, he wasn't called into England's preliminary squad for the 2019 Cricket World Cup. Share Facebook; Twitter; Copy Link. On one hand, we are blessed that he was. JOFRA ARCHER’S fearsome fast bowling has already shaken some of the world’s best batsmen and marked him as a World Cup star. Read about Jofra Archer's Profile, Latest News, Articles, Career updates only on ESPNcricinfo.com. But the ambitious all-rounder knew he had to leave Barbados to achieve his dreams and try something different. “When real pace bowling is on show it definitely ruffles a few feathers and change the momentum of the game,” said Wood. One time Jofra got hold of a ball. The existing Open Comments threads will continue to exist for those who do not subscribe to Independent Premium. Wood and Archer currently lead the way as the fastest bowlers at this year’s World Cup, having both clocked speeds in excess of 95mph with the ball in hand. “We tried off a couple of paces. Jofra Archer - https: ... Download The Official Cricket World Cup App. Age: 24. Download Images Watch Videos online No one showed much interest so I just thought I’d try and come to England and give it a couple of years. Archer has reached bowling speeds of over 90 mph recently! But the Barbados-born star, who has shone for England at the 2019 Cricket World Cup, has endured a tough path to get to the top. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss real-world solutions, and more. WITH a top speed of 95mph, Jofra Archer makes the art of fast bowling look easy. No one showed much interest so I just thought I’d try and come to England and give it a couple of years.". ... in order to generate high speed. Jofra Archer has set a new England World Cup record after claiming his 17th scalp of the tournament in the must-win match against New Zealand. He made his debut against Ireland in May, then two days later played in the Twenty20 International against Pakistan. "His approach to the crease was good and he had a quick arm action. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. The ECB relaxed its residency rules barely five months prior to the Cricket World Cup 2019 and that welcomed the Barbadian in English colours in the showpiece event. England’s long-held need for speed looks to be a thing of the past this summer thanks to pacemen Jofra Archer and Mark Wood. The most insightful comments on all subjects will be published daily in dedicated articles. Live Cricket; ICC Home Live Cricket Men's Schedule Women's ... CWC19: ENG v AFG - Archer bowling highlights . Fast and fearsome Jofra Archer can be England's talisman and a World Cup star Save Jofra Archer lit up the opening match of the tournament … That decision prompted cricket legend Andrew Flintoff to say at the time he would drop "anyone" from the squad to include Archer. One day, he just clicked. At 15 Archer wanted to be a wicket-keeper, which is what he did for Christchurch Foundation School. Picture: AFP The two have been gently egging each other on, with Archer recording average speed of 90.7mph against Bangladesh in Cardiff, while Wood ripped out the fastest ball of the competition so far at 95.6mph, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. What could have been for the West Indies?! If England are to allow Archer to dip his toes into international cricket with them before naming the World Cup squad, they must call … South Africa vs England: Jofra Archer's Workload A Challenge For Eoin Morgan Who Doesn't Know His Best XI Yet South Africa vs England: Eoin Morgan said the … It may seem strange that pressure to win the cricket World Cup for England is being heaped upon a player who has only just made his debut for the country. 1. Photograph: Andrew Boyers/Action Images via Reuters While some of these are new, others have been rewritten. But Archer’s impact comes as no surprise to his England team-mates. Best ODI Bowling: 1/6. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. His bowling touched speeds in the mid-90-miles-per-hour range in a scintillating debut international summer. 02:40 ICC Hall of Fame 2020 | Lisa Sthalekar on the development of women's cricket 24 Aug 20 2. There are match-winners everywhere. 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