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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Jofra archer - The Untold Story

Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson dropped from England squad after nightclub incident

Joe Root handed interim captaincy for second New Zealand Test instead of vice-skipper Harry Brook

Evening Standard

Ben Stokes dropped by England for second Test with Joe Root appointed captain

Stokes and Atkinson are under investigation after an incident in a nightclub

The Independent UK

England provide update on Jofra Archer ahead of second Test selection dilemma

Archer missed the first Test at Lord’s but could be fit as the series against New Zealand continues at the Oval

The Independent UK

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Jofra Archer set to be back in contention for second Test – Brendon McCullum

Archer was rested for the Rothesay Series opener at Lord’s after playing a full part in the Indian Premier League.

The Independent UK

Is Ollie Robinson the chaos English cricket needs in a team stuffed with Nice Young Lads?

With the Test team under pressure and desperately craving engagement, a returning firebrand could salvage the summer

The Guardian - UK

England in thrall to franchise world before visit of tricky New Zealand

The debate over Jofra Archer’s absence after his IPL stint and at least one new face in Emilio Gay add to the enticing storylines

The Guardian - UK

CRIK:Stokes says absent Archer is 'committed' to England

England captain Ben Stokes insists fast bowler Jofra Archer loves playing for his country despite IPL commitments that mean he will not face New Zealand.

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Stokes says absent Archer is 'committed' to England

England captain Ben Stokes insists fast bowler Jofra Archer loves playing for his country despite IPL commitments that mean he will not face New Zealand.

AAP

Stokes defends Archer’s Test absence and warns strictness risks England exit

Ben Stokes has defended England’s decision to excuse Jofra Archer from the start of the Test summer so he could compete in the Indian Premier League

The Guardian - UK

Ben Stokes defends Jofra Archer over his England absence due to IPL commitments

Stokes fears a hard-line stance could see the likes of Archer desert international cricket.

The Independent UK

Ben Stokes insists Jofra Archer is committed to England despite missing Lord’s Test

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The Independent UK

Ben Stokes responds to Jofra Archer’s absence from first Test against New Zealand

Archer is unavailable for the start of the Test summer due to his participation in the IPL

The Independent UK

IPL 2026 Purple Cap winner list: Most wickets, updated standings and bowling rankings

IPL 2026 Purple Cap Holder: Kagiso Rabada has surged to the top of the IPL 2026 Purple Cap standings with 28 wickets after a stellar performance. Bhuvneshwar Kumar remains a close contender in second place, with Jofra Archer holding third. The race for the highest wicket-taker is still open heading…

The Economic Times

IPL 2026: Majestic Gill eclipses special Sooryavanshi as GT enter third final with thumping win over RR

Shubman Gill smashed a classy 104 off 53 balls as Gujarat Titans beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets to enter their third IPL final in five seasons. Chasing 215, Gill and Sai Sudharsan (58 off 32) stitched a match-winning 167-run opening stand to seal victory in 18.4 overs.

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IPL 2026 Purple Cap Race: Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads as RCB reach final, Qualifier 2 to decide last challenger; Check full list

IPL 2026 Purple Cap standings updated after RCB: The IPL 2026 Purple Cap race is heating up with two matches left. Bhuvneshwar Kumar of RCB and Kagiso Rabada of Gujarat Titans are level on 26 wickets. The final two playoff games will decide the season's top bowler. Bowlers have dominated…

The Economic Times

IPL 2026: Emerging stars Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Prince Yadav & co turn big moments into a season of takeover cricket

The excitement of IPL 2026 revolves around the rise of India’s promising cricketers. With Vaibhav Sooryavanshi leading the charge, his dynamic play is electrifying audiences. Prince Yadav’s ability to steer the team through challenging moments provides crucial stability, while Kartik Sharma’s role in anchoring the innings cannot be overstated.

The Economic Times

GT vs RR Qualifier 2 Live Streaming Today: When, where and how to watch Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 match live on TV, mobile & online in India

IPL 2026 GT vs RR Live Streaming: Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals clash in a high-stakes IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 on May 29 for a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The match will be held at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. Fans can…

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GT vs RR playing 11: Gujarat Titans, Rajasthan Royals predicted lineups and head-to-head record for IPL 2026 qualifier 2 clash

GT vs RR Qualifier 2 Playing 11: Rajasthan Royals, buoyed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 97, face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2 for a spot in the IPL 2026 final against RCB. Gujarat seeks redemption after a heavy playoff loss. The winner advances to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the summit…

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RR vs GT Qualifier 2, IPL 2026: Top player battles, match-winning duels and head-to-head stats

IPL 2026 RR vs GT Qualifier 2: Rajasthan Royals face Gujarat Titans in a high-stakes IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 for a spot in the final. After a dominant Eliminator win, RR's explosive batting, led by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, clashes with GT's experienced bowling. Key battles like Sooryavanshi vs. Siraj and Jaiswal…

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IPL 2026 Purple Cap: Latest wicket-takers list, standings and playoff race updates

The IPL 2026 Purple Cap race is heating up as the league stage nears its end. Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Gujarat Titans' Kagiso Rabada are tied at the top with 26 wickets each. Jofra Archer and Anshul Kamboj are also strong contenders, with playoff performances set to decide…

The Economic Times

IPL 2026 Qualifier 2: Gujarat Titans bowlers face wonder kid Vaibhav Sooryavanshi challenge against Rajasthan Royals

As the Gujarat Titans gear up for a pivotal IPL Qualifier 2 encounter against the Rajasthan Royals, all eyes are on their formidable bowling lineup. Key to their success will be containing the rising star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose aggressive style poses a major threat. The Titans' upper-order batsmen must step…

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Cummins, Head miss out on IPL shootout with Hazlewood

Pat Cummins and Travis Head were left in the shade by prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, who guided Rajasthan Royals to victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

The Guardian - UK

Teenage star Sooryavanshi smashes 97 as Rajasthan advance in IPL playoffs

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit 97 runs in 29 balls, including 12 sixes, before Jofra Archer took early wickets to see the Royals past Sunrisers Hyderabad

The Economic Times

RR wins IPL 2026 eliminator match: Clinical RR seal Qualifier two clash with GT, beat SRH by 47 runs in IPL Eliminator

RR Eliminator Victory, Match Highlights: Rajasthan Royals have advanced to Qualifier 2 after a commanding 47-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL Eliminator. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 97 off 29 balls powered RR to 243/8. Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger then starred with the ball, restricting SRH to 196. SRH…

The Economic Times

IPL 2026: Will Abhishek Sharma overcome poor T20 knockout record in eliminator?

It will be a do-or-die match-up for SRH against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the eliminator, as the winner will get a shot at the trophy by facing Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Qualifier two. Abhishek has had his best season so far statistically and will be aiming to continue making…

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