Ben Stokes warns Australia to expect more hostility from Jofra Archer
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• ‘It’s a big part of Jofra’s game … he’s a frightening talent’• Steve Smith doubtful for third Test after being hit by quick
Ben Stokes has warned there will be no let-up from Jofra Archer in the remainder of the Ashes series – much as with Australia’s Mitchell Johnson in 2013-14 – as the visitors prepare to make a call on whether Steve Smith can return this week.
Smith must pass further cognitive tests and face pace bowling in the nets if he is to play in Thursday’s third Test at Headingley. It follows the sickening blow to the neck from Archer that led to delayed concussion symptoms and resulted in him being subbed out of the fifth day at Lord’s. Continue reading...