Despite his recent injury struggles, Archer remains one of the most lethal bowlers, making him a sought-after player in the bidding war.
With just three days to go until the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, England pacer Jofra Archer has changed his mind and confirmed his availability for the two-day event scheduled in Jeddah on November 24 and 25.
Archer is known for his express pace, pinpoint accuracy, and ability to deliver lethal yorkers and bouncers. He excels in both the powerplay and death overs, making him a game-changer in any format.
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Mumbai Indians acquired Jofra Archer for Rs 8 crore in the 2022 mega auction. Although injuries sidelined him for the entire 2022 season, he appeared in just four games in 2023 before having to leave due to a recurring elbow injury.
Before joining Mumbai Indians, Jofra Archer represented Rajasthan Royals from 2018 to 2021. Overall, he has played 40 IPL matches, taking an impressive 48 wickets.
Jofra Archer’s entry into the auction could lead many teams to rethink their plans. Despite his recent injury struggles, Archer remains one of the most lethal bowlers, making him a sought-after player in the bidding war.
Let’s look at fours teams who are set to target Jofra Archer in the IPL 2025.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Punjab Kings have retained only two players, which means they’ll be rebuilding their squad from the scratch. With a significant budget, they’ll aim to address key areas, and when it comes to fast bowling, there are few options as good as Jofra Archer.
Last season, Punjab boasted a strong pace attack with Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada, and Harshal Patel, but all have been released. While they may try to use an RTM card to bring back Arshdeep, Punjab still has the resources to invest in Archer. His ability to bowl effectively in both the powerplay and death overs makes him an excellent choice to strengthen their bowling lineup.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
RCB might target Jofra Archer in the upcoming auction to strengthen their bowling attack. Last season, they struggled with overseas pacers like Reece Topley, Lockie Ferguson, and Alzarri Joseph, who didn’t perform as expected.
Archer, with his pace and bounce, could be the perfect fit. He can make an impact in the powerplay and death overs, helping RCB address a key weakness in their lineup.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Lucknow Super Giants have retained five players, with Mohsin Khan likely to feature as their primary fast bowler in the playing XI. To support him, they could target Jofra Archer, whose inclusion would add variety and balance to their pace attack. With a combination of tall fast bowlers and the left-right arm dynamic, they could create a formidable bowling lineup.
Last season, Lucknow had overseas pacers like Naveen-ul-Haq, Matt Henry, and Shamar Joseph, but only Naveen played regularly. With all of them now released, strengthening their fast bowling department will be a priority, making Archer a key target for the upcoming season.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Mumbai Indians bought Jofra Archer in the past, but injuries limited his appearances, with just four matches over three seasons. Despite this, Mumbai knows how dangerous he can be when fully fit. The team has lacked a world-class overseas fast bowler who can consistently perform, and Archer could be the solution they’ve been searching for.
With Archer alongside Jasprit Bumrah, who has already been retained, Mumbai could have a dream fast bowling pair. Both bowlers can complement each other well, with Archer handling the powerplay and death overs. This partnership could be exactly what the Mumbai franchise and its fans are hoping for.
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