Archer stars on international return as England beat Pakistan in 2nd T20

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Jofra Archer claimed two wickets on his long-awaited return to international cricket as England beat Pakistan by 23 runs at Edgbaston to move 1-0 up in the four-match T20 series.

England vs Pakistan 2nd T20I Scorecard

England captain Jos Buttler won man-of-the-match after he smashed 84 off 51 balls to set the hosts a target of 184.

But it was Archer's return that caught the eye as he made a case for selection in next month's T20 World Cup in the United States and West Indies no harm.

The fast bowler has been beset by elbow injuries since his starring role in helping England win the 50-over World Cup in 2019.

On his first international appearance for 14 months, and first on home soil since 2020, Archer bounced back from an expensive first over, which went for 15 runs, to finish with two for 28.

"I thought Jofra Archer was brilliant," said Buttler. "You could see his emotion taking wickets for England again but we need to temper those expectations because he’s not going to be the same straight away.

"I’m really pleased with the whole bowling group."

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