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This guy now entering IPL. What a turnaround from JIMMY.
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[PICTURES/VIDEOS] James Anderson retires from Test cricket with 704 wickets to his name
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Same Ashwin who gets kicked out of the team every time India travels overseas?
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The burden of being better than Imran Khan is too heavy to bear for the lad.
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Steve Smith is the greatest batter to debut this millennium.
Anderson is not the best bowler. He's the pure definition of Quantity over quality, he's still a goat player though.
Pant, Steve smith and Rabada shine as the best keeper, Batter and Bowler of this decade.
Ashwin and Jadeja aren't even in boot kicking distance of Lyon. 2 frauds I swear.
Kohli fell off, so he isn't in the race anymore.
Anderson is not the best bowler. He's the pure definition of Quantity over quality, he's still a goat player though.
Pant, Steve smith and Rabada shine as the best keeper, Batter and Bowler of this decade.
Ashwin and Jadeja aren't even in boot kicking distance of Lyon. 2 frauds I swear.
Kohli fell off, so he isn't in the race anymore.
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In the era of home bullies, he and Ashwin were standouts but can’t take away their impact at home where they were genuine match winners and over a long period.
Given that Ashwin can bat too and has 6 tons total, he has an edge over Anderson as a test cricketer. Nevertheless, Anderson is a borderline great too and will be in strong contention for an all time England XI or second string England XI alongside Barnes, Trueman and Bedser.
Given that Ashwin can bat too and has 6 tons total, he has an edge over Anderson as a test cricketer. Nevertheless, Anderson is a borderline great too and will be in strong contention for an all time England XI or second string England XI alongside Barnes, Trueman and Bedser.
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Doubt he will get picked but it's interesting to see he can't let cricket out of his system despite his age.
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He could be a smart pick for multiple franchises if they want to use him as a player/mentor/coach. He has a very low base price and could be a really good influence to have in the dressing room.
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So, alright then
WHY HAS HE RETIRED WHEN HE IS 5 WICKETS FROM GOING PAST SHANE WARNE?
WHY HAS HE RETIRED WHEN HE IS 5 WICKETS FROM GOING PAST SHANE WARNE?
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He's got it bad signing up for t20
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Stokes should have retired before Anderson.
He was only dropped in the England series. He played in all the South Africa, Australia and England tour before that. Occasionally getting dropped for an all round player like Jadeja shouldn’t be a problem because only one spinner can be in XI.
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Stokes is a poor man’s Jadeja in Test cricket.
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he should have allowed to play another few Test matches to break his record.
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England's pace great James Anderson says he has listed himself for the upcoming IPL mega auction to enhance his knowledge about the game:
"There is still definitely something in me that thinks like I can still play. I have never done the IPL; I have never experienced it and I think for a number of reasons I feel like I have more to give as a player,"
"I have done a little bit of coaching since I have finished in the summer. I have been around the England team doing a bit of mentoring or whatever you like to call it,"
"I just think opening my eyes to something like that and experiencing it, sort of might help me grow my knowledge of the game and help further down the line,"
"There is still definitely something in me that thinks like I can still play. I have never done the IPL; I have never experienced it and I think for a number of reasons I feel like I have more to give as a player,"
"I have done a little bit of coaching since I have finished in the summer. I have been around the England team doing a bit of mentoring or whatever you like to call it,"
"I just think opening my eyes to something like that and experiencing it, sort of might help me grow my knowledge of the game and help further down the line,"
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dont know for how long he will keep playing cricket... i cant bowl and over even at age of 38 lol
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He is basically like Ric Flair, he will never retire; when you’re forced out like he was which is normally pretty unusual for a high profile senior cricketer from England, he is bound to keep playing until he has made peace with the end of his career. This unconditional love & passion for the game at his age is something though, his team mates who he played with would rather spend time with their family but Jimmy wants to be on the pitch, I think drugs are next if he suffers a serious injury.
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James Anderson to play the 2025 season with Lancashire
Anderson – who made his debut for the Red Rose in 2001 - has committed to playing for Lancashire in both the Rothesay County Championship and Vitality Blast competitions during the new season.
The 42-year-old hasn’t played a competitive match since his 188th - and final - Test appearance against West Indies in July, as England’s all-time leading wicket-taker retired from international cricket.
Following discussions with the Club, Anderson will play on during the 2025 season and has put pen-to-paper on an initial season-long deal following the end of his ECB central contract.
Anderson’s most recent First-Class appearance for Lancashire came in June when he took 7 for 35 against Nottinghamshire in Southport while he will be set to make his first T20 appearance since 2014 this summer.
Speaking about the news, James Anderson said: “I am incredibly excited to sign this contract with Lancashire and resume playing professional cricket again next season.
“This Club has played a huge part in my life since I was a teenager, so to have the opportunity to wear the Red Rose again and help the side in both red and white ball cricket is one that I am really looking forward to.
“I have been working hard on keeping my fitness levels high and continuing to bowl regularly during my time as a coach with England throughout the winter, with the aim of being able to hit the ground running when the county season starts in April.
“I love playing at Emirates Old Trafford and to have the chance to walk out and bowl in front of our Members and supporters again this summer is going to be really special.”
Director of Cricket Performance Mark Chilton also commented: “We have been in open dialogue with Jimmy since his international retirement and our position has been clear from the start. It is fantastic news for all connected with the Club that he has chosen to continue his playing career with Lancashire.
“From speaking to Jimmy recently, it became clear that his desire to resume playing professional cricket was strengthening every day and he was just desperate to get back out on the park. As it stands, he is fully committed to the county season across both the County Championship and Vitality Blast this summer, and whilst we all recognise he will have other opportunities, he has made it clear playing is his first priority.
“To be able to share a dressing room with England’s all-time leading wicket taker, and one of cricket’s greatest players, is incredible for our squad and I’ve no doubt that our Members and supporters, and cricket fans around the world, will be equally as thrilled to watch Jimmy in action for Lancashire again next summer.”
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Ex-England bowler Anderson enters draft for The Hundred
Legendary former England fast bowler James Anderson is aiming to play in The Hundred for the first time after entering the draft for this year's tournament.
The 42-year-old retired from Test cricket last year and has signed to play county cricket for Lancashire in the coming season.
England's all-time leading wicket-taker has now made himself available for The Hundred and will be part of the draft on 12 March.
Anderson entered the auction for this year's Indian Premier League, but went unsold.
He has not played white-ball cricket of any kind since a One-Day Cup semi-final for Lancashire in 2019.
Anderson's last T20 match was in a losing effort for the Red Rose in the 2014 final of the Blast against Warwickshire.
Like his long-time England new-ball partner Stuart Broad, Anderson has skipped The Hundred since its inception in 2021, mainly in order to preserve his fitness for Test cricket.
The Hundred 2025: James Anderson enters draft
Former England fast bowler James Anderson is aiming to play in The Hundred for the first time after entering the draft for this year's tournament.
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Statement from ECB Chair Richard Thompson on Jimmy Anderson’s Knighthood -
“Congratulations Sir Jimmy Anderson. This is a really well-deserved honour for an England legend who has given so much to our sport.
“Jimmy’s career has been marked by extraordinary achievements, not least in winning the Ashes four times and becoming England's all-time leading wicket-taker. His skill, determination, and sportsmanship have inspired millions of cricketers and fans alike, in England and around the world.
“This is fitting recognition for a true world-great who has given so much to the game on and off the field.”
“Congratulations Sir Jimmy Anderson. This is a really well-deserved honour for an England legend who has given so much to our sport.
“Jimmy’s career has been marked by extraordinary achievements, not least in winning the Ashes four times and becoming England's all-time leading wicket-taker. His skill, determination, and sportsmanship have inspired millions of cricketers and fans alike, in England and around the world.
“This is fitting recognition for a true world-great who has given so much to the game on and off the field.”
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Well deserved! India should also acknowledge their world great Ashwin in the same manner and give him knighthood too. 
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Very similar players in terms of quality, GOAT at home, average in away conditions.Well deserved! India should also acknowledge their world great Ashwin in the same manner and give him knighthood too.
Ashwins batting record puts him ahead as a cricketer.
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Well deserved award for anderson. He won many many game for england. GOAT bowler in home conditions.
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James Anderson has been named in Lancashire's squad for their County Championship match against Derbyshire, starting tomorrow at Old Trafford.
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This guy should be coaching now.. Playing county games is of no use to him and cricket overall. He should be teaching young boys, the skills that he has.
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James Anderson made a remarkable return to four-day cricket with a statement performance, claiming two early wickets to put Lancashire in command against Derbyshire in their County Championship clash at Emirates Old Trafford on Saturday.
Playing his first red-ball match in nearly a year, the 42-year-old England seamer made an immediate impact with the new ball, striking twice in a fiery five-over spell.
He bowled Caleb Jewell for 16 with a trademark delivery that straightened off the seam, before dismissing David Lloyd for 27 with a sharp short ball that looped to the wicketkeeper off the glove.
Anderson ended with figures of 2 for 24 and, although he did not return for a second spell, his early burst set the tone for Lancashire’s dominance.
Playing his first red-ball match in nearly a year, the 42-year-old England seamer made an immediate impact with the new ball, striking twice in a fiery five-over spell.
He bowled Caleb Jewell for 16 with a trademark delivery that straightened off the seam, before dismissing David Lloyd for 27 with a sharp short ball that looped to the wicketkeeper off the glove.
Anderson ended with figures of 2 for 24 and, although he did not return for a second spell, his early burst set the tone for Lancashire’s dominance.
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James Anderson marked his first T20 Blast game for almost 11 years with a career-best 3-17 and a catch as Lancashire Lightning beat Durham in a thrilling final-ball finish.
The ex-England paceman helped restrict Durham to 150-6, and with the scores level, Jack Blatherwick hit the final ball for a single as Lancashire won by four wickets.
The ex-England paceman helped restrict Durham to 150-6, and with the scores level, Jack Blatherwick hit the final ball for a single as Lancashire won by four wickets.
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James Anderson took 3-17 off his four overs playing his first T20 in 11 years.
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age is just a number for this huy... he is getting better with the age!
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Making the famous proverb "OLD IS GOLD" become true.
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One of the top 6 test cricketers to debut in this millennium, although he is safely #6 in that list and will go south only.
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I think he just likes playing cricket!
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James Anderson will lead Lancashire in their next two County Championship matches. It will be the first time he's captained a team in his professional career
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