"In a Happy Place" Jofra Archer Feeling Strong and Confident Ahead of the Ashes, Says Brydon Carse
Jofra Archer, who has dealt with four years of fitness problems, is likely to be picked after finishing the warm-up without any issues. Carse said Archer is confident before the series and is feeling good both physically and mentally
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England’s fast bowling group is excited to play in Australian conditions. Jofra Archer is in a “happy place" and full of confidence, while Mark Wood is “full of energy." Brydon Carse, one of the six pace bowlers in the touring squad fighting for a place in the XI for the first Test in Perth on Friday, shared his thoughts. The other bowlers are Gus Atkinson, Matthew Potts, and Josh Tongue.
“Look, it’s exciting," South African-born Carse said after England’s only warm-up match against the England Lions ended on Saturday. “We have a group of six bowlers who are ready for any plan we choose, and we are enjoying these conditions."
“I think we have a group of six bowlers who, no matter what plan we choose, will enjoy these conditions." He added.
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Archer Confident; Wood Full of Energy
England has not yet decided whether to use a full pace attack at Perth Stadium, known for its fast and bouncy pitch, or include a spinner. In the three-day warm-up match, specialist spinner Shoaib Bashir played for the Lions, while part-time spinner Joe Root bowled 14.5 overs to reduce the load on the main fast bowlers.
Jofra Archer, who has dealt with four years of fitness problems, is likely to be picked after finishing the warm-up without any issues. Mark Wood, who felt some hamstring stiffness on day one, has been cleared and has no major injury.
Carse said Archer is confident before the series and is feeling good both physically and mentally. He praised Archer’s X-factor, which he has shown around the world, making his place in the lineup very exciting.
“He’s really confident going into the series. I think he’s in a happy place with his body and his cricket," Carse said about Archer.
“It’s great to have him fully fit and with the group. He has that X-factor, and he has shown it worldwide. It’s very exciting to have him in our bowling lineup."
Carse also said that Mark Wood is “full of energy" and ready to go after being cleared of any serious issue.
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