Cricket News: Jofra Archer misses out as England confirm playing XI for first Ashes test

England Test skipper Joe Root on Wednesday confirmed the playing XI for the first Ashes Test, as per a release by England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Jofra Archer, England's highest wicket-taker in World Cup 2019, missed out on the playing XI for the Ashes opener while veteran pacer James Anderson returned to the side after battling an injury which forced him out of the one-off Test against Ireland at Lord's.