Jofra Archer revealed a blunt message from Rajasthan Royals After the England pacer played a crucial role in RR’s crucial 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians, the coaching staff helped him change his bowling. Archer produced a brilliant all-round display at the Wankhede Stadium, scoring 32 off just 15 balls before returning impressive figures of 3 for 17 to help Rajasthan Royals secure a place in the final play-offs of IPL 2026. Despite the match-winning performance, Archer insisted that he does not believe this has been his best IPL season. “It comes out by mistake,” Archer joked about his gold chain falling out during the celebration. “I always try to give it back.” “Don’t think it’s my best year, I’ve bowled a little bit better than that. Whenever you get the ball, you just try to bowl in good areas. Some days you don’t get rewarded. Glad we got rewarded on the day we needed to win.” The RR pacer then revealed the key strategy received after the opening games of the season. “Coach’s instructions – after the first two games I was trying to throw slower balls. And he said, I don’t care what you do, I don’t want any more speed from you. I’m just listening to coach.” According to Archer, keeping up the pace has helped simplify his projects. “When you move fast, your margin of error is a little bigger. Sometimes you have to deal with some edges, but more often than not it’s a safe option.” This approach completely decimated Mumbai Indians at the start of the chase. Archer also dismissed Naman Dhir before dismissing Rohit Sharma with a brilliant outswinger for a wicket. He later returned to send it back Hardik Pandya in a critical moment. Archer also admitted that he was surprised to be promoted up the batting order when the RR middle order suffered a shake-up. “I wasn’t expecting to bat so early. I could hardly bat because of the low impact. I was shocked when the coach said to put the pads on. I’m glad I was able to contribute.” Along with his explosive cameo Ravindra Jadeja RR added 73 runs in the last five overs and pushed the total past 200. “Well I rate myself as an all-rounder,” Archer said with a smile after contributing in both areas. Late in the game, Archer also briefly disturbed the RR fans after he slipped awkwardly while fielding. Asked about his fitness after the match, the fast bowler was quick to reassure everyone. “I’m great right now, Touchwood.”
