Anderson Announces Retirement

Anderson on Saturday announced that he will bringing down the curtains on an illustrious career spanning over 20 years soon.

May 11, 2024

700 Test Wickets

Regarded as one of the greatest bowlers of all times, the 41-year-old is England's leading wicket-takers and is one of only three bowlers to take over 700 Test scalps.

Debut Year

Anderson made his Test debut back in 2003 and has since claimed a remarkable 700 wickets in a record 187 Test matches.

Rank In Top Wicket Takers List

He currently ranks third on the all-time list of Test wicket-takers, trailing behind spinners Muttiah Muralitharan of Sri Lanka and Australia's Shane Warne.

England Legend

Affectionately nicknamed 'Jimmy', Anderson holds the record for playing the most Test matches by any England cricketer.

All-Time Test Appearances

He ranks second on the all-time list of Test appearances, with only India's legendary Sachin Tendulkar (200) ahead of him.

Hope For His Fans

It is still unclear whether Anderson will continue playing for his county side Lancashire remains unclear.

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