Archive · 7 Dec 2025
Hayden Criticizes Archer for Pillow at Gabba
Matthew Hayden, a former Australian cricketer, was very upset when he saw Jofra Archer, an English bowler, bringing a pillow to the cricket field during a big match called the Ashes.
Hayden thought this was a very bad idea and said that a good batter should use any chance to score runs, especially when the other team seems relaxed.
Another former English captain, Michael Vaughan, also said that the English team looked tired and not focused during the match.
England is currently losing the series 1-0 after losing the first match in Perth.
Matthew Hayden criticized Jofra Archer for bringing a pillow to the Gabba during the second Ashes Test.
Hayden suggested that batters should take advantage of any lack of focus from the opposing team.
Archer conceded 87 runs in 25 overs and took one wicket in the first innings.
Michael Vaughan also criticized England's attitude, calling them 'jaded' and lacking concentration.
England is currently trailing 1-0 in the series after losing the first Test in Perth.
- Who
- Matthew Hayden and Michael Vaughan criticized Jofra Archer and England's performance.
- What
- Jofra Archer was seen carrying a pillow to the Gabba during the second Ashes Test.
- When
- The incident occurred on Day 3 of the second Ashes Test on Saturday.
- Where
- The event took place at the Gabba in Australia.
- Why
- Hayden and Vaughan criticized Archer and England's attitude, suggesting it showed a lack of focus and professionalism.
- Player Criticized
- Jofra Archer
- Critic
- Matthew Hayden
- Match
- Second Ashes Test
- Venue
- Gabba
- England's Series Status
- 1-0 down
