• Fans speculate Jofra Archer joining Royal Challengers Bangalore for IPL 2024.

  • Archer played 5 matches for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024.

IPL 2024: Jofra Archer joins RCB? Social media post sparks speculation among fans
Has RCB signed Jofra Archer for IPL 2024?

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Jofra Archer, the English fast bowler, has reignited speculation about his potential participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. A recent video showcasing his bowling prowess for Sussex in Bengaluru went viral on social media, sparking discussions about a possible stint with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

Adding fuel to the fire, Archer himself posted a cryptic message on Instagram just a couple of days before the IPL opener between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and RCB.

Jofra Archer at RCB bar and cafe in Bengaluru
Jofra Archer at RCB bar and cafe in Bengaluru | Instagram

Fans are abuzz, wondering if this signifies a last-minute inclusion in a team.

Jofra Archer with RCB fans in Bengaluru
Jofra Archer with RCB fans in Bengaluru | Instagram

This comes on the heels of Archer’s surprise appearance in a two-day practice match between Karnataka and Sussex in Bengaluru. Despite playing county cricket for Sussex, Archer donned the Karnataka jersey as a substitute, even scalping two wickets.

This display of good form, particularly after nearly a year without competitive cricket, has further excited fans.

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Here are the reactions of RCB fans:

Archer last played for Mumbai Indians in the IPL

Archer’s last competitive outing was a short-lived stint with Mumbai Indians (MI) in IPL 2023, where he managed just two wickets in five games before succumbing to a recurring elbow injury.

While MI released him ahead of the 2024 auction, no other IPL franchise picked him up. However, his recent activity in India and his apparent fitness have sparked rumours of a potential mid-season replacement or a last-minute addition to a team’s roster.

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With the IPL season underway, all eyes are on Archer and any official announcements from the franchises that might confirm his much-anticipated return to the world’s biggest T20 league.

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