Advertisement

IPL 2023: Jofra Archer hits back at reports of him travelling to Belgium for elbow surgery

Jofra Archer Elbow Surgery: “Putting out an article without knowing the facts & without my consent is crazy," Jofra Archer said in his tweet.

Advertisement
FirstCricket Staff|Apr 26, 2023, 18:50:24 IST

Mumbai Indians' speedster Jofra Archer on Wednesday took to Twitter to hit back at reports claiming that he left the MI camp halfway into the season to undergo an elbow surgery in Belgium.

IPL 2023: Full coverage | Points table | Schedule | Results | Orange Cap | Purple Cap​

Advertisement

Archer was not part of MI's playing XI against Gujarat Titans (GT) on Wednesday, and his absence had raised more speculation regarding his match fitness, with The Telegraph reporting that the 28-year-old had gone to Belgium for surgery.

Archer, however, has not taken that well and it has led to anangry outburst from the Barbados-born cricketer.

sports-newsMore from Sports News

Archer’s tweet read: “Putting out an article without knowing the facts & without my consent is crazy. “

“Who ever the reporter is shame on you , an already worrying and troubling time for a player and you exploit it for your personal gain, it’s people like you that are the problem.”

Advertisement

Archer last played against Punjab Kings on 22 April, completing his quota of four overs and finishing with figures of 1/42.

MI are missing the injured Jasprit Bumrah too, and without the premier India pacer, the five-time champions have struggled in the death overs in the last two matches, leaking plenty of runs.

MI are next in action against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.

Read all the Latest NewsTrending NewsCricket NewsBollywood News,

India News and Entertainment News here. Follow us on FacebookTwitter and Instagram.

Handpicked stories, in your inbox
Global stories. Indian perspective. Zero noise.
No Spam. Unsubscribe Any Time.
First Published:Apr 26, 2023, 17:51:07 IST
Advertisement
Advertisement
Trending Stories

Rohit shines with historic Lord's ton, but England seal series 2-1

With his back against the wall and an illustrious career on the line, Rohit Sharma silenced his critics the only way he can, smashing one of his most celebrated centuries in recent memory, though it wasn't enough to prevent a 27run defeat in the third ODI against England, as India surrendered the series 12 here Sunday
4 min read
Advertisement
Advertisement
Up Next