James Anderson To Retire After Lord’s Test Against Windies

The veteran pacer will finish as the highest wicket taker among pacers.

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Fast bowling legend James Anderson is set to retire from cricket at the age of 41, just a few days shy of 42. The England test legend will have played 188 matches and picked 700 or more wickets in test cricket.

The pacer shared the news on his Instagram much to the shock of his fans. There were reports circulating since yesterday that he might announce his retirement soon after a conversation with Brendon Mccullum.

In the caption he wrote:

Hi everyone. Just a note to say that the first Test of the summer at Lord’s will be my last Test.

It’s been an incredible 20 years representing my country, playing the game I’ve loved since I was a kid. I’m going to miss walking out for England so much. But I know the time is right to step aside and let others realise their dreams just like I got to, because there is no greater feeling.

I couldn’t have done it without the love and support of Daniella, Lola, Ruby and my parents. A huge thank you to them. Also, thank you to the players and coaches who have made this the best job in the world.

I’m excited for the new challenges that lie ahead, as well as filling my days with even more golf.

Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the years, it’s always meant a lot, even if my face often doesn’t show it.

See you at the Test,

Go well

Jimmy x

As soon as he posted, fans and cricketers from across the world started pouring in the comments celebrating a legendary career that is not likely to be upstaged anytime soon.

Widely considered to be one of the best to ever play the game, his absence in the English line-up will leave a big hole. Anderson along with Stuart Broad one of the best and most successful best bowling partnerships ever with both the bowlers ending with 600+ test wickets.

The final test of James Anderson’s career will be played against Windies starting on July 10 at Lord’s, a fitting venue for a historic career.

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