Jofra Archer is an English cricketer who represents England in all formats as a right-arm fast bowler. He plays domestic cricket for Sussex and various T20 franchises. He was part of the England squad that won the 2019 Cricket World Cup and was named one of the Wisden Cricketers of the Year in April 2020.
Archer made his first-class debut for Sussex in July 2016 during Pakistan’s tour of England and made his List A debut later that month against Gloucestershire in the Royal London One-Day Cup. He played for the Khulna Titans in the 2017 Bangladesh Premier League and for the Hobart Hurricanes in the 2017–18 and 2018–19 Big Bash League seasons.
He was bought by the Rajasthan Royals in the 2018 IPL auction and made his IPL debut on 22 April 2018 against the Mumbai Indians, taking three wickets and winning the player of the match. Archer won the IPL Most Valuable Player award in 2020 despite the Rajasthan Royals finishing bottom of the league. In February 2022, he was bought by the Mumbai Indians for the IPL, and in April 2022, he was signed by the Southern Brave for The Hundred.
Who are Jofra Archer Parents?
Jofra Archer’s parents are Frank Archer and Joelle Waithe. Frank Archer holds a British passport and previously worked as a London Underground metro driver. Joelle Waithe is from Barbados.
Frank and Joelle divorced when Jofra Archer was three years old. Archer was raised mainly by his mother in Barbados. His stepfather, Patrick, played an important role in his cricket development and coached him as a fast bowler. Both his mother and stepfather were present when Archer won the 2019 Cricket World Cup with England.
Jofra Archer Father – Frank Archer
Jofra Archer father is Frank Archer. He was born in Catford, south London, and later worked as a London Underground driver before retiring. Frank noticed Jofra’s talent very early and said his son was bowling properly by the age of four. He believed from childhood that Jofra would become a top-level cricketer and even predicted he would play for England and become a global star.
Frank Archer stayed involved in Jofra’s life after separating from his mother when Jofra was three years old. He regularly travelled from the UK to Barbados and arranged for Jofra to visit England from a young age. He supported his cricket development, encouraged him to pursue scholarships, and backed his ambition to play international cricket. Frank watched Jofra win the 2019 World Cup from Liverpool and said he always trusted his son’s calm mindset and ability under pressure.
Jofra Archer Mother – Joelle Waithe
Jofra Archer mother is Joelle Waithe. She is from Barbados and raised Jofra after separating from his father when he was three years old. She works as a seamstress and clothes designer and played a central role in his upbringing.
Joelle supported Jofra’s sporting life from a young age and recognized early that he was athletic and special. She travelled from Barbados to England to watch him play in the 2019 World Cup final at Lord’s and witnessed him bowl the match-winning Super Over. She is very close to her son, speaks to him regularly, and has been a strong emotional and moral support throughout his career.
Does Jofra Archer have a sister?
Jofra Archer has a step-sister named Tsedale Waithe. He is the only child of his parents, Frank Archer and Joelle Waithe.
Tsedale Waithe is the daughter of his stepfather, Patrick Waithe, who helped raise Jofra in Barbados. Tsedale has worked in trade marketing, quality assurance, aviation services, and food production in Barbados. She studied Physics and Biology at Barbados Community College and later attended the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus.
FAQ
Q. What is Jofra Archer heritage?
A. Jofra Archer has mixed heritage. His father is English, and his mother is Barbadian.
Q. Which country is Jofra Archer from?
A. Jofra Archer is from Barbados. He was born and raised there.
Q. Does Jofra Archer play for England?
A. Yes. Jofra Archer plays international cricket for England after moving there in 2015.
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