IPL 2020: Jofra Archer loves batting, kicked me out of the nets, says Rajasthan Royals captain Steve Smith

IPL 2020: Steve Smith, who shared a 121-run 2nd-wicket stand with Sanju Samson after opening the innings, hinted Jos Buttler will take his place at the top of the order when he returns for their next game.

Rajasthan Royals captain Steve Smith heaped rich praise on Jofra Archer, saying the England pacer loves his batting and works hard on his game at the nets. Smith pointed out that his tail-ender played a game-changing innings in their 16-run win over Chennai Super Kings as they got their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 campaign off to a fine start.

Jofra Archer's final over assault of CSK pacer Lungi Ngidi made all the difference in the end as MS Dhoni's men found the target a bit too steep. CSK pulled things back after a roaring Rajasthan Royals start and were looking set to restrict Steve Smith's to less than 200.