Jofra Archer not bothered by sharp criticism amid IPL vs England controversy

Key Takeaways

• Rajasthan Royals assistant coach Trevor Penney said Jofra Archer is not bothered by the sharp criticism amid the ongoing IPL vs England debate.
• England captains Michael Atherton and Michael Vaughan have questioned the ECB’s decision to allow Archer to continue playing in the IPL ahead of England’s first Test against New Zealand.
• Atherton talked about the long-standing tension between franchise leagues and international cricket, urging caution with Archer as he returns from a prolonged injury layoff.
• Vaughan was more direct, arguing that England’s central contract system loses value if players are allowed to prioritise IPL commitments over Test preparation.
• Read Full Story Also Read: IPL playoff scenario: How Punjab Kings can secure 4th spot Speaking before RR’s clash against Mumbai Indians on Sunday, Penney said Archer remains unfazed, adding that he is focused on cricket, rarely discusses the issue, and continues his routine without being affected by external criticism or speculation.