Jofra Archer Beats James Anderson as Fastest England Bowler in ODI History
England and Afghanistan are in a key Champions Trophy 2025 match. Both teams are battling to stay in the running. Afghanistan chose to bat first but struggled. England’s pace attack, led by Jofra Archer, was just too strong.
Archer’s amazing spell has been the highlight of the innings. It put England in control and secured his spot in the record books. Archer’s fiery bowling has made him the fastest England bowler to get 50 ODI wickets. He hit this milestone in only 30 matches. In doing so, he surpassed English legends James Anderson and Steve Harmison.
Jofra Archer Wreaks Havoc on Afghanistan’s Top Order
Archer made an instant impact, striking early to derail Afghanistan’s batting lineup.
Key Wickets Taken by Archer:
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (6 off 15): He got out in the fourth over to a sharp delivery.
- Sediqullah Atal (4 off 4): Trapped leg-before-wicket moments later.
- Rahmat Shah (4 off 9): Edged one to Adil Rashid, further denting Afghanistan’s hopes.
As of now, Archer’s stats are 3/21 in 5 overs. He played a key role in breaking down Afghanistan’s top order.
Afghanistan faces great pressure. Ibrahim Zadran stands strong, but he lacks support from others. With wickets falling regularly, posting a competitive total will be a stiff challenge.
England and Afghanistan Battle for Survival
Both teams need a win after losing their first matches. For England, this game is a must-win to keep their Champions Trophy 2025 hopes alive.
- A strong win would keep them in the race. It would also greatly boost their net run rate, which is key for qualification.
- England’s bowlers seem strong. However, there are worries about their batting. This will be a challenge during the chase.
Right now, everyone is watching England’s bowlers. They aim to tighten their hold on Afghanistan and take charge of this crucial match.