IPL 2026: Jofra Archer on the brink of history for RR, need 3 wickets to...
Jofra Archer is on the cusp of becoming Rajasthan Royals' all-time leading wicket-taker, needing just three more wickets to surpass Shane Watson. Archer's potent pace and control, especially in the powerplay, have been crucial for the Royals this season. This milestone looms as RR faces an under-pressure Lucknow Super Giants at home.
Jofra Archer is on the verge of scripting history for the Rajasthan Royals, needing just three more wickets to become the franchise’s all-time leading wicket-taker. The England speedster could surpass Shane Watson when RR take on Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Archer has been a key weapon for the Royals this season, particularly in the powerplay, where his pace and control have consistently troubled opposition batters.
With LSG’s top order struggling for consistency, the upcoming clash presents a perfect opportunity for Archer to reach the landmark. Jofra Archer’s impact for Rajasthan Royals Since making his IPL debut in 2018, Archer has been a vital part of the Royals setup, representing the “Men in Pink” in five out of six seasons. His only stint away from the franchise came with the Mumbai Indians, where he had a relatively underwhelming run.
In 53 matches for RR, Archer has picked up 65 wickets at an impressive average of 24. 47, with best figures of 3/15 and an economy rate of 7. 79.
In IPL 2026 so far, he has claimed eight wickets in six matches at an average of 22. 37, with best figures of 2/19. Currently, Shane Watson tops the Royals’ wicket-taking charts with 67 wickets in 84 matches between 2008 and 2015.