Jofra Archer says he will struggle to cope with any more injury problems, saying: "I don't know if I've got another stop-start year in me."
Twenty-nine-year-old England cricketer, Archer, has recently signed a two-year central contract with England and is making a comeback after a series of injuries. The Sussex quick missed the entire home season last year due to a stress fracture in his right elbow. Despite his setbacks, he is determined to make a mark in the upcoming T20 World Cup in the United States and the Caribbean. Archer gained recognition in 2019 for his performance in the 50-over World Cup final against New Zealand.
He acknowledges that the toll of another breakdown, both mentally and physically, could be too much for him to bear. He expressed his uncertainty about being able to handle another year of stop-start cricket, as he has not played consistently for the past two years and fears that he may not have the strength to endure it again. He opened up about his concerns during an interview on the 4Cast's Athlete's Voice podcast, revealing his doubts about his ability to continue playing under such circumstances.
In early discussions about Jofra Archer's cricket career, England cricket chief Rob Key has made the decision to rule Archer out of Test matches until at least 2025. However, Key believes that Archer could realistically aim for the T20 World Cup. Archer himself is hopeful to be back in the team for the first game in June, but is also cautious about his prospects. He is eager to contribute and help England defend their title in the T20 World Cup.
The past two years have been unpredictable, so I believe everyone will take things slow. Even if I don't make it to the World Cup for some reason, I still have the T20 Blast and The Hundred to look forward to. I don't even want to consider the possibility of not making it to the World Cup.