‘No Sympathy': Michael Holding slams Jofra Archer for violating the bio-secure protocols

Michael Holding has criticised Jofra Archer for violating bio-secure protocols and at same time has also questioned England Cricket Board (ECB)'s bio-secure rules as a result of which young fast bowler ended up missing ongoing second Test match against West Indies at Old Trafford, Manchester.

' sympathy at all': Michael Holding

"I have sympathy at all. I don't understand why people can't just do what is required"."Talking about sacrifices - Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in a little cell and he did thing wrong - that is a sacrifice,"   bowling legend was quoted saying by Sky Sports.

"I just want to ask a few questions of  ECB and se protocols, though. I understand that protocols should be put in place but y should be a little bit more logical," two-time World Cup winner added.

"Why aren't England team travelling on a bus? If y have already passed COVID test and everyone is toger, y have six matches and are moving from one venue to ar, why aren't y just all on a bus? Why are y allowed to travel by car? People need to just think a bit," cricketer-turned-commentator/analyst wondered.

 

What made Archer miss 2nd Test?

Barbados-born pacer's actions (violating team's bio-secure protocols) means that 2019 World Cup winner will have to commence a five-day isolation period followed by two rounds of COVID-19 tests after which self-isolation rm will be lifted. Archer, who faced criticism for t bowling at consistent speeds in first Test, issued an apology for breaching protocols and said that he was 'pained to miss 2nd Test' and that he felt like he had let down both teams. West Indies team have also been apprised of situation and are reportedly happy with measures taken against Jofra Archer.

A must-win match for England 

After y were outplayed by a spirited  West Indian team at as Bowl in Southampton, this is a must-win match for England to stay alive in three-match Test series as hosts look to settle scores at Old Trafford. England will be pumped up by return of ir regular Test skipper Joe Root who had missed previous match as he was on paternity leave. Meanwhile, star pacers James Anderson and Mark Wood have been rested for this contest.

Windies skipper Jason Holder won toss and elected to bowl first. decision seemed to be spot on as Roston Chase picked up two scalps while Alzarri Joseph contributed with one wicket as hosts were reduced to 81/3 as even skipper Joe Root (23) could t make much of an impact. Opener Dom Sibley scored a brilliant half-century and received good support from middle-order batsman Ben Stokes as England are 146/3 during third session of play on Day 1.

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