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The fourth ODI between England and Australia at Lord’s Cricket Ground was a thrilling contest that saw the home side level the series at 2-2. However, one moment that stood out was a stunning delivery from England speedster Jofra Archer that left Australian captain Mitchell Marsh utterly bamboozled.
Jofra Archer’s masterclass stuns Mitchell Marsh
In the 12th over of the Australian innings, Archer was introduced into the attack. The right-arm fast bowler immediately generated pace and bounce, making life difficult for the Australian batters. Marsh, who had been playing the ball carefully, was caught off guard by a delivery that angled away from him. The ball zipped past the outside edge and crashed into the off-stump, leaving Marsh stunned and disbelief.
The dismissal was a testament to Archer’s skill and accuracy. The Barbadian seamer has been a force to be reckoned with in recent years, and his ability to swing the ball both ways at high speeds makes him a nightmare for batters.
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An absolute jaffa from Jofra 🔥
Jofra Archer gets rid of Captain Marsh with a special one, claiming his first wicket at Lord's since 2019!#ENGvAUSonFanCode pic.twitter.com/m1AkoQZs3m
— FanCode (@FanCode) September 27, 2024
England’s dominance shatter Australia
Ben Duckett and Harry Brook laid the foundation for England’s innings with solid half-centuries. However, it was Liam Livingstone who stole the show with his unbeaten 62 off 27. The explosive batter smashed Mitchell Starc for 28 runs in the final over, including four sixes and a boundary. England finished with a formidable total of 312/5.
Despite chasing a a big total and a rain interrupted match with reduced gameplay, Australia couldn’t put up a strong fight. Travis Head and the Aussie skipper got the visitors off to a flying start of 66 runs in the 8 over powerplay, but the home side soon struck back, dismissing both batters. In reply, Australia’s batting collapsed, and were bowled out for 126 in 27.4 overs. The defeat meant that the series is now tied at 2-2, setting up a thrilling decider at Bristol on Sunday, September 29.
Archer’s dismissal of Marsh was undoubtedly a highlight of the match. It was a reminder of the bowler’s class and his ability to turn a game on its head with a single delivery. As the series heads into its final match, Archer will be hoping to continue his impressive form and help England clinch victory.
