Jofra Archer’s Stellar Return: Sussex vs Durham in County Championship Clash

Jofra Archer marked his red-ball cricket return with a wicket as Sussex took on Durham in a gripping County Championship match.

Archer’s Impact on the Game

Jofra Archer made a significant impact on his return to red-ball cricket for Sussex against Durham in the County Championship. Archer, who last played for Sussex in May 2021, picked up a crucial wicket during an exciting spell, leaving Durham in a challenging position.

Sussex’s Strong Start

Sussex posted a competitive total of 361 all out, thanks to an unbeaten 148 from James Coles. Coles continued his fine form from the previous day, playing some delightful shots and ensuring Sussex had a solid foundation.

Durham’s Fightback

Durham’s response started well, with Alex Lees and Emilio Gay putting up a resilient opening partnership. However, Sussex struck back after lunch, with Fynn Hudson-Prentice removing Lees for 34. Archer then trapped Gay in front for 37, marking a key moment in the match.

Key Partnerships

Durham fought back through a 76-run partnership between Colin Ackermann and Graham Clark. Ackermann looked fluent throughout his innings, reaching his half-century from 115 balls. However, Ackermann’s dismissal with the final ball of the day left Durham at 249-5, still trailing by 112 runs.

Match Summary

  • Sussex: 361 all out (James Coles 148*)
  • Durham: 249-5 (Colin Ackermann 65, Graham Clark 47*)

Durham will need a strong performance on day three to close the gap, while Sussex will look to capitalize on their current advantage.

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