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George Flood

England star Jofra Archer admits he has lost his World Cup winners' medal: 'I've gone mad looking for it'

England cricketer Jofra Archer has revealed that he cannot find his World Cup winners' medal.

The Sussex quick was a key figure in Eoin Morgan's side that won England's first World Cup title courtesy of a thrilling final victory over New Zealand in July 2019, bowling during the dramatic Super Over climax at Lord's.

Archer finished third overall for the tournament in wickets, taking 20 in 11 matches.

Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live on Saturday during cricket's coronavirus shutdown, the 25-year-old admitted that his medal is missing after a recent house move.

Asked where he keeps the medal, Archer said: "Oh, jeez. So, the funny thing is...

"I had it hanging off a portrait someone did for me and sent to me, I had my medal hanging on that.

"I moved flat and the picture is on the new wall but there's no medal. I turned the house upside down for about a week but I still haven't managed to find it.

"I know it should be in the house so I will keep eyes out for it but I've gone mad looking for it already."

Archer insisted that the fervent search will continue with the English cricket season delayed until at least early July due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

"Trust me, there's nothing else to do in these conditions," he added.

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