Jofra Archer, the English fast bowler, has reignited speculation about his potential participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. A recent video showcasing his bowling prowess for Sussex in Bengaluru went viral on social media, sparking discussions about a possible stint with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
Adding fuel to the fire, Archer himself posted a cryptic message on Instagram just a couple of days before the IPL opener between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and RCB.
Fans are abuzz, wondering if this s༒ignifies a last-minute inclusion in a team.
This comes on the heels of Archer’s surprise appearance in a two-day practice match between Karnataka and Sussex in Bengaluru. Despite playing county cricket for Sussex, Archer donned the Karnataka jersey as a substitute, even scalping two wickets.
This d🤪ispl🦋ay of good form, particularly after nearly a year without competitive cricket, has further excited fans.
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Here are the reactions of RCB fans:
Jofra Archer RCB ahh 😯😲😲😲 twist uhhhh 🥵🥵
— G.O.A.T 🐐 (@goat__tweetz)
What is Jofra Archer doing with RCB's Jersey!? 🙄
— Sharon Solomon (@BSharan_6)
Jofra Archer ➡️ RCB
Here we go again !!!— V.S RAJPUT (@virat_rajput01)
Jofra Archer visited Royal Challengers Bangalore cafe in Bangalore!
Is he going to make late entry in IPL 2024🤔Courtesy: Jofra Archer
— Machaao For Cricket (@MachaaoApp)
Jofra Archer is coming to RCB ♥️🔥
— KING VIRAT KOHLI (@UJJWAL_0_27)
Jofra Archer coming to RCB as replacement nu solitu irundhanga…
Edho rumor nu nenaiche…
Namashurum pola 😳
— ℳя. வில்லங்கம் ✇ 🪄 (@Vineethian)
Welcome the GOA🐟T fast bowler jofra archꦓer in RCB. 😎
— MOTU PATLU (@VickyKu95123595)
Jofra Archer at RCB Bar and Cafe in Bengaluru.
RCB cooking something big 👀
— Ritesh Sharma (@Ritesh_Sharma11)
Jofra Archer at RCB Bar and Cafe in Bengaluru
RCB cooking something big 👀
— Kevin (@imkevin149)
Archer last played for Mumbai Indians in the IPL
Archer’s last competitive outing was a short-lived stint with Mumbai Indians (MI) in IPL 2023, where he managed just two wickওets in five games before succumbing to a recurring elb✨ow injury.
While MI released him ahead of the 2024 auction, no other IPL franchise picked him up. However, his recent activity in India and his apparent fitness have sparked rumours of a potential mid-season replacement or a last-minute addition to a team’s roster.
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With the IPL season underway, all eyes are on Archer and any official announcements from the franchises that might confirm his much-anticipated return to the world’s biggest T20 league.