June 10, 2026
Archer last played Test cricket against Australia in Adelaide in December
The hosts crumble to 116-6 before he lifts them to 278 with a dazzling counterattack
Tickner has injured his shoulder in a boundary-saving dive
He hits an unbeaten135 off 202 balls, his 40th Test ton helping England to 325 for nine at stumps
Their first Test series victory in India in 25 years is even more remarkable as it is achieved without pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada
India finish 522 behind and needing to bat out three sessions on Wednesday
The team have been assessing fitness and form ahead of the second Test in Guwahati
Vice-captain Rishabh Pant will lead the hosts if Gill misses the second test which starts on Saturday in Guwahati
