Archer ruled out of Ashes as Bethell replaces Pope

Published: 12/24/2025
Archer ruled out of Ashes as Bethell replaces Pope
England's Jofra Archer shines amidst disappointments, taking nine wickets and scoring his maiden fifty in the Ashes series. After battling back from elbow and back injuries, Archer's latest setback - a side injury revealed after the third Test in Australia - raises concerns about his availability for the T20 World Cup. Despite the challenges, captain Ben Stokes praises Archer's exceptional effort in the series, where England faces a 3-0 deficit and copes with injuries to key bowlers.