Jofra Archer (IPL Auction): “I’m excited to begin a new chapter with the Mumbai Indians.”
Jofra Archer, a British bowler who signed a Rs 8 crore deal with the Mumbai Indians; despite missing out on the IPL this year owing to injury, says joining the team is like; “beginning a modern chapter” in his career. Bowman was purchased by the five-time IPL champions; on the final day of the IPL 2022 mega sell off in Bengaluru on Sunday. Jofra Archer (IPL Auction): “I’m excited to begin a new chapter with the Mumbai Indians.”
As he recovers from elbow surgery, he is unlikely to play in the IPL this season; but he has been granted permission to participate in the auction for the 2023 and 2024 tournaments.
I’m overjoyed to be a member of the Mumbai Indians. It’s always been a special franchise to me, and I’ve wanted to play; for them since I first saw IPL cricket he said in a video posted on MI’s Instagram account.
I’m overjoyed that I’ve finally been given the opportunity to represent such a fantastic franchise. I’ll also have the opportunity to perform with some of the world’s biggest stars. As a result, I am quite excited to begin a new chapter. I’ll be seeing you guys soon.” “Of course he (Archer) is not available this year; MI owner Akash Ambani said earlier on Sunday; “but I believe that when he (Archer) is healthy and available; I believe that he will forge a formidable alliance with (Jasprit Bumrah).”
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Former India bowler and MI head of cricket operations Zaheer Khan; believes it will be worth the wait to see Bumrah and Archer bowl together.
“I’m looking forward to the relationship going on the field as much as you are,” he remarked.
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I’m happy that it is probable and will be worth the wait; to see two renowned fast bowlers bowling in tandem.
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