London, July 9 -- Jofra Archer has been named in England's playing XI for the third Test against India at Lord's, replacing Josh Tongue in the only change from the previous match, according to the official website of England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Wednesday.

Archer, 30, returns to the Test setup for the first time since February 2021. Known for his express pace, Archer's inclusion is expected to bolster England's relatively inexperienced bowling attack, which has lacked bite in patches during the ongoing series.

Recently, he made a red-ball return at first-class level for Sussex prior to joining up with the England squad for the second Test against India in Birmingham.

The five-match series is currently tied 1-1, after India ...