Archer’s ECB deal extended; Bethell receives contract upgrade

Jacob Bethell secures a two-year central contract with the ECB after a stellar debut half-century. Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse, and Matthew Potts also receive contract extensions until September 2026. Archer's extension fuels speculation about his return to Test cricket, potentially starting with the Zimbabwe match in May, as Ben Stokes confirms Archer's interest.