Jofra Archer mimics Ravindra Jadeja's bowling and nails it perfectly
NEW DELHI:
pacer
brought smiles to fans' faces with his hilarious mimicry of CSK all-rounder
. Known for his fiery right-arm pace, Archer turned into a left-arm spinner during a practice session, imitating Jadeja's bowling action to perfection.
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The fun didn't stop there — Archer even mimicked Jadeja's signature expression after narrowly missing out on a wicket.
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Rajasthan Royals shared the amusing video on social media, captioning it: 'Jofra Archer. Right arm fast. Left-arm orthodox.' The light-hearted moment showcased Archer's playful side and was a big hit among fans online.
Five-time champions
will look to continue their rebuilding journey, while Rajasthan Royals aim to finish their campaign on a positive note when the two sides meet in an
clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday.
With Delhi Capitals wrapping up their home fixtures, Delhi is set to host its first neutral game of the season, according to the revised schedule.
For CSK, the 2025 season has been largely disappointing, with all departments faltering.
'Chances are still there': Abishek Porel believes in IPL 2025 playoff miracle
Though the match holds no bearing on playoff qualification, both teams will see it as an opportunity to regroup and plan for the future. CSK, led by MS Dhoni, are in a transition phase, hoping to evolve from the tag of 'dad's army' into a youthful, energetic outfit.
For Rajasthan Royals, this will be their final outing of the season. Despite their struggles, the emergence of young talent Vaibhav Suryavanshi has been a silver lining. His standout performances have drawn attention from across the cricketing world, offering the Royals hope for the future.
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