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Why is England accommodating Jofra Archer's IPL absence?
England are allowing Jofra Archer to miss the New Zealand Test series due to IPL commitments. Stokes defended the approach while others criticised it.
England are accommodating Jofra Archer's absence from the Test series against New Zealand after his IPL stint with Rajasthan Royals. Ben Stokes defended the decision and warned that strict policies could lead players like Archer to leave England cricket permanently. Commentator Simon Doull criticised the choice to prioritise the IPL over Tests.
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- DevelopingJun 4, 2026 · CricHubb Desk
- ConfirmedJul 14, 2026 · CricHubb Desk