London: The second match of the five -match Test series between India and England will be played in Birmingham. The England team has become stronger before this match. England have included fast bowler Jofra Archer in the team before the second Test. After winning the first Test, England will now be eyeing winning the second Test.

Archer has joined the Test team for the first time since 2021. After 2021, Archer was out of the Test team due to injury. However, now he has returned to the team by fit. Archer will probably be included in Playing 11 for the second Test to be played in Edgbaston from 2 July. Archer has played 13 Test matches for England.

Jofra Archer included in the team

After the first Test match, the selectors have made only one change in the team. He has included Jofra Archer in the team. Those who suffered a right thumb injury during the IPL. However, Archer proved his fitness by playing county cricket for Sussex. After which he was included in the team. Archer took 1 wicket for Sussex for 32 runs in 18 overs.

Fast bowling strengthened

In the first Test played in the headingley, Josh Tung took 7 wickets and was England’s most successful bowler. Captain Ben Stokes took 5 wickets while Bridan Karse took 4 wickets, making the team’s fast bowling options strong. At the same time, Jofra Archer’s name has also been included in this fast bowling.

Archer may join playing instead of Vox or Bashir

If Archer is given a place in the playing XI, England may have to exclude Chris Woakes. Another option may be to include Archer instead of Shoaib Bashir and as a spin option, rely on the part-time off spin of the root, leaving an all-pace attack.

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England test team

Ben Stokes (Captain), Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethel, Harry Brook, Bridon Cars, Sam Cook, Jack Croly, Ben Docket, Jamie Overton, Oli Pope, Jo Ruut, Jamie Smith, Josh Tung, Chris Woakes