Jofra Archer - A Barbados All-Rounder on a Mission to Represent England

There have been quite a stories in the world cricket that give you enough motivation. Meanwhile, here is the story of an all-rounder from Barbados, Jofra Archer, who is trying to achieve his dream of playing for England Cricket Team in future.

Jofra Archer made a shuffling from Barbados to England with a reference from his fellow cricketer, Chris Jordon. Later, Sussex signed archer and then, as they say, it was history.

The classy all-rounder made a name for himself by smashing the numerous records in a brief period. Jofra has got all the required skills which the modern-day cricket demands.

His exceptional ability to whack the balls and then bowl smartly in the death overs gave him an opportunity to play in the Indian Premier League. It was a million-dollar signing for Archer by Rajasthan Royals which completely changed his life.

Speaking of the same, the all-rounder once quoted saying ”I didn’t grow up in abundant fortune. With the earnings from IPL, I can make up for the stuff that I didn’t have as a child. I can give myself and the family a better standard of living.”

Jofra Archer provided the required goods for Sussex in all the formats of the game. His natural ability to play the game hard earned him a place in Big Bash League as well.

On playing for England:

Barbados-born Archer, 22, is not eligible for England until the winter of 2022 when he will complete the seven-year residency period. He needs to spend 210 days a year in England to complete his residency.

Speaking of the same, he said, “I think I have a long career in England than I would have in Barbados. It was really upsetting and I think I took it too seriously. That summer was the first summer I went to England. After playing with Sussex, I really think the conditions in England suit me. I saw that it’s possible to play for England.”

“I’m still young now so I think it’s a blessing really, not to play so young. Who knows – I could have a bad game or a bad series, and that could be me. It’s really good that I have some time to get to know my game inside out before I actually play Test cricket,” he added.

However, the glorious talent still needs to wait four more years to reach his goal of playing for England.

Earlier, it used to be four years for an outsider to represent British, but later the rules were tightened to extend seven years to give priority to the locals.