Waugh wowed by deceptive Archer's 'X-factor'

LONDON: England fast bowler Jofra Archer has the"X-factor" that unsettles opposition batting lineups, said former Australia captain Steve Waugh who believes the evenly-balanced Ashes series would be decided by a few key moments.

He also hit Marnus Labuschagne, who replaced Smith on the fifth day and became the first concussion substitute in test cricket, in the face grill of his helmet. "He had an impressive debut but test cricket is about longevity and how you back up and how you handle conditions. But from England's point of view, so far so good."

"I can't say I have ever seen anyone bowl like that," he said."He ambles in, gets very close to the crease, makes the most of his height.

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