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Happy that I still was able to get wicket with first ball: Archer reflects on game against PBKS
New Delhi April 6: Rajasthan Royals fast bowler Jofra Archer explained his approach to bowling in Saturday's match against Punjab Kings in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. He reflected on his aim to give his team a good start and create pressure on the opposing batsmen.
We missed the trick: PBKS spin coach Sunil Joshi reflects on 50-run defeat to Rajasthan Royals
Mullanpur, April 6: Punjab Kings' (PBKS) unbeaten run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 came to an end on Saturday as they suffered a 50-run defeat at the hands of Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their first home game at Mullanpur. While RR's bowlers, led by Jofra Archer, turned in a clinical performance, PBKS were left ruing missed opportunities--particularly in the bowling department.
We always knew Jofra is world-class: Sandeep Sharma as Archer fires RR to 50-run win over PBKS
Mullanpur, April 6: After a string of underwhelming performances, Jofra Archer finally found his rhythm with the ball, delivering a fiery spell that helped Rajasthan Royals (RR) register a commanding 50-run win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash at Mullanpur on Saturday.
Can trust them in pressure overs...: RR skipper Samson on Archer-Sandeep pace duo
Mullanpur, April 6: After his side's win over Punjab Kings (PBKS), Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Sanju Samson hailed the pace duo of Jofra Archer and Sandeep Sharma as "deadly", saying that he trusts them in pressure overs.
You will be lucky in some circumstances...: RR pacer Archer after match-winning effort against PBKS
Mullanpur, April 6: Following his side's win over Punjab Kings (PBKS), Rajasthan Royals (RR) pacer Jofra Archer expressed happiness with being able to contribute to the win.
IPL 2025: 'I didn't expect to get a wicket on the first ball', says Archer
New Chandigarh, April 6: Speedster Jofra Archer, who set the tone for Rajasthan Royals' 50-run win over Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, said getting the wicket on very first ball of the second innings, was a crucial factor in helping the side getting an upper hand from the get go and bring energy in everyone on field.
IPL 2025: The skill Archer brings into the game is totally different, says Sandeep
New Chandigarh, April 6: After Rajasthan Royals secured a 50-run win over Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, veteran pacer Sandeep Sharma lauded Jofra Archer for picking crucial figures of 3-25, adding that the skill he brings to a team or in a game makes him stand apart from others.
IPL 2025: Take bad days in stride, says Archer about RR's mixed start to season
New Chandigarh, April 6: Jofra Archer has redeemed himself in a fiery manner with a Player of the Match (POTM) performance in Rajasthan Royals' 50-run victory over Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 here on Saturday.
IPL 2025: Archer, Sharma, and Theekshana shine as Rajasthan hand Punjab Kings 50-run defeat
New Chandigarh, April 5: Jofra Archer claimed three scalps while Sandeep Sharma and Maheesh Theekshana bagged two wickets each as Rajasthan Royals defeated Punjab Kings by 50 runs in Match 18 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.
IPL 2025: RR bowling unit hasn't been as sharp as what we'd have liked, says Bond
Guwahati, March 30: After suffering two consecutive defeats in the ongoing IPL 2025 season, Rajasthan Royals bowling coach Shane Bond acknowledged the shortcomings in their bowling unit ahead of the clash against Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati on Sunday.
Made Archer look like he was bowling quite slow: Moeen Ali's special praise for Quinton de Kock
Guwahati, March 27: Moeen Ali showered praise on Quinton de Kock for his flamboyant 97*, which steered Kolkata Knight Riders to a comfortable victory over Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing Indian Premier League.
IPL 2025: Shane Watson mesmerised by vintage Quinton de Kock
New Delhi, March 27: Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson showered praise on "outstanding" Quinton de Kock as he turned back the clock, put up a show for spectators and lifted Kolkata Knight Riders to an 8-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Watson was speaking to Jio Hotstar.
Their bowling attack seems a bit thin, relying heavily on Sandeep Sharma and Jofra Archer: Robin Uthappa on Rajasthan Royals bowling lineup
New Delhi March 27: Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa shared his thoughts on Rajasthan Royals' (RR) performance after Kolkata Knight Riders defeated RR by eight wickets in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2025.
IPL 2025: De Kock made Archer look like he was bowling quite slow, says Moeen Ali
Guwahati, March 27: In a dominant display at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Wednesday night, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) cruised to victory, chasing down the Rajasthan Royals' 151 with eight wickets and a comfortable 15 balls to spare. For Moeen Ali, making his debut for KKR, the win was a testament to the team's warmth and collective spirit.
IPL 2025: Rajasthan need to reflect on their auction strategy, says Uthappa
New Delhi, March 27: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Robin Uthappa feels that Rajasthan Royals (RR) need to reflect on their auction strategy and analyse their shortcomings after suffering back-to-back defeats in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.
Jofra Archer registers most expensive spell in IPL history, concedes 76 runs against SRH
New Delhi March 23: Jofra Archer's much-anticipated return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 took an unfortunate turn as he set an unwanted record in Rajasthan Royals' (RR) clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Archer bowled the most expensive spell in IPL history, conceding 76 runs in his four-over quota at an economy rate of 19.
Jofra Archer's record-breaking poor IPL outing highlights recent T20 struggles
Hyderabad, March 23: England pacer Jofra Archer's first Indian Premier League (IPL) outing in two years was a nightmarish one, as not only he delivered the most expensive over in the tournament's history, but also made a name for himself as one of the worst T20 bowlers in the game, statistically.
IPL 2025: Aakash Chopra questions Rajasthan Royals squad balance
New Delhi, March 18: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has raised concerns about Rajasthan Royals' squad composition ahead of IPL 2025, questioning whether the team has weakened itself after the mega auction.
Samson opens up on what challenges excite him ahead of Rajasthan Royals' 2025 IPL season
Mumbai, March 14: Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson opened up on captaining the inaugural champions, saying that he is looking forward to this new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), to "meeting new people, building relationships, and understanding the personalities behind the performances" after bringing in several new talents in the team.
England's ODI struggles continue as Archer shines amid Champions Trophy disaster
New Delhi, March 2: England's Champions Trophy campaign has been nothing short of a disaster. However, head coach Brendon McCullum believes there were a few positives to take away from the disappointment, as per ESPNcricinfo.
I'm pretty sure Archer is keen to play Test cricket: McCullum
Karachi, March 2: England head coach Brendon McCullum said pacer Jofra Archer is keen to play Test cricket for the country in the upcoming season. The 29-year-old has struggled with a recurring stress fracture in his elbow and a back stress fracture since his last Test appearance in 2021.
Champions Trophy: Archer pips Anderson to become fastest England bowler to 50 ODI scalps
Lahore, Feb 26: Jofra Archer became the fastest England bowler to reach 50 ODI wickets, against Afghanistan in the Group B encounter of the Champions Trophy 2025, here at the Gaddafi Stadium.
Champions Trophy: Atherton, Hussain call for England XI shake-up ahead of Afghanistan clash
New Delhi, Feb 25: England's Champions Trophy campaign hangs by a thread as they prepare to face Afghanistan on Wednesday, knowing that another defeat, following their opening loss to Australia, could see them staring at early elimination. Former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain have weighed in on England’s struggles, raising concerns over Jofra Archer’s form and calling for a promotion up the order for skipper Jos Buttler.
Could potentially walk away with ODI series if we put up a good fight in last couple of games, says Mahmood
New Delhi, Feb 8: England pacer Saqib Mahmood believes the visitors' can still walk away with the ODI series win against India if they manage to win their last two games in Cuttack and Ahmedabad.
Chakravarthy rises to fifth spot in T20I rankings, Rashid reclaims top spot
Dubai, Jan 29: India's mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy has made a sensational leap in the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings, climbing 25 places to secure the fifth spot following a standout performance against England in the ongoing five-match series.
England keeps T20I series alive by thwarting India with 26-run win
Rajkot, January 28: England defeated India by 26 runs in the third T20I on Tuesday to keep the five-match series alive, making the scoreline 2-1. England set a target of 172 runs, which India could not chase down despite early fireworks from Abhishek Sharma.
3rd T20I: Rashid showed why he's our most important player, says Buttler after series-saving win
Rajkot, Jan 28: England captain Jos Buttler praised his team's resilience and execution following a crucial 26-run victory over India in the third T20I at the Niranjan Shah Stadium. The win kept England alive in the series, with their bowlers delivering a disciplined performance to defend a target of 172 against a formidable Indian batting lineup.
Wanted to take on their best bowler even when wickets were falling, says Tilak Varma
Chennai, Jan 26: Top-order batter Tilak Varma said his intention was always to take on England's best bowler Jofra Archer and rattle the rest of the bowling line-up, as he led from the front to take India towards a thrilling two-wicket win in the second T20I at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
England tearaway Jofra Archer endures nightmare in Chepauk, delivers his most expensive spell in T20s
Chennai, January 26: In front of a jam-packed crowd at the Chepauk, England tearaway Jofra Archer conceded his most expensive spell in all T20s as the visitors succumbed to a 2-wicket defeat in the second match of the series.
2nd T20I: Varma's 72 not out takes India to thrilling two-wicket win over England
Chennai, Jan 25: Tilak Varma sealed the deal for India by hitting a brilliant 72 not out and taking the hosts to a thrilling two-wicket win over England in the second T20I at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Saturday. The nail-biting win also gave India a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
1st T20I: Abhishek smashes 79 as India thrash England by seven wickets, go 1-0 up
Kolkata, Jan 22: Abhishek Sharma smashed a scintillating 79 to help India chase down 133 inside 13 overs and beat England by seven wickets in the T20I series opener at the Eden Gardens here on Wednesday. The result also helped India go 1-0 up in the five-match series.