It was class, wasn't it? Just the genuine joy of seeing him back playing Test cricket. Taking that wicket, making things happen," said Root.

Earlier in the match, Ben Stokes-led England chose to bat first and posted 387 before being bowled out. Joe Root anchored the innings with a classy 104, while Jamie Smith (51) and Brydon Carse (56) chipped in with crucial contributions.

Jofra Archer marked his Test return after over four years with an immediate impact, dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal in his first over. Clocking 145 kmph, Archer's fiery delivery provided England with an early breakthrough.

As India prepare to face England in the third Test at Lord's, former pacer Stuart Broad and current England batter Jos Buttler have pointed to Jofra Archer as a bowler who could pose a serious challenge to Shubman Gill — the India captain in red-hot form.

Jofra Archer exploded onto the international cricket scene in the summer of 2019, starring for England in its memorable title triumph at the 50-over World Cup and then the Ashes series weeks later. Since then,

Jofra Archer will make a comeback into England's Test team after a gap of four years at Lord's on Thursday. England have announced their playing XI for the third Test match. Archer will replace Joshua Tongue in the XI.

The England v India series is two matches in and has packed plenty of drama in already – The Athletic debate the action and what is to come