Archer ruled out of Ashes as Bethell replaces Pope
Published: 12/24/2025

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.



