Archer return and Root's record catch - as third Test hangs in the balance

Motivational

22 Jul, 2025

Kenneth Reed

Jofra Archer and Joe Root both had days to remember on day two of the third Test between England and India, with the tourists closing on 145-3 at the close, trailing England by 242 runs at Lord's.

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Archer return and Root's record catch - as third Test hangs in the balance

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Archer return and Root’s record catch – as third Test hangs in the balance