Archer’s career in doubt after calls of his workload were ignored
The legendary fast bowler Michael Holding struck fear in every batsman during the days when those quickies from the West Indies ruled the world. He was christened Whispering Death for the stealth and speed he delivered that red ball. He hasn’t lost that touch. The 69-year-old Jamaican is still fearless but far gentler when he delivers his views in that unmistakable Jamaican accent from the commentary box. In 2019 Holding warned England that paceman Jofra Archer ’s workload was tantamount to “abuse.” Of course, no one paid much attention to Holding at the time, now the England blazers wish they had.
