Jofra Archer returns to training

Jofra Archer is able to return to training after being given the all-clear by his consultant following an operation on his right hand on Monday 29th March.

The fast-bowler will resume light training this week, working alongside Sussex and England's medical teams. It is hoped that he will be able to up his intensity with his bowling from next week.  

The ECB will provide a further update on Jofra's elbow injury once he has returned to bowling and the effectiveness of his recent injection has been assessed. No decision has been made as yet on when Archer is due to return to playing.

Archer suffered a cut to his hand while cleaning at his home in January shortly before flying to India to prepare for the Test series. The ECB’s medical team managed the injury throughout the tour, and it did not impact his availability. A fragment of glass was removed during the operation to his middle finger on his right hand in March.