After retiring from international cricket following the first Test at Lord’s against the West Indies, former right-arm seamer James Anderson has joined the England team as the bowling mentor for the remaining two Test matches.
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James Anderson played 188 Tests, taking 704 wickets.
The 41-year-old will stay with the team as a mentor for the remaining two Tests.
Anderson’s final appearance for England ended in triumph, with a commanding innings and 114-run victory over a struggling West Indies.
July 12, 2024, marked the seasoned campaigner’s final appearance in English whites.
Anderson retired from Test cricket with 704 wickets.
Anderson played 188 Tests for England, taking 704 wickets.
Anderson received warm applause as he stepped onto the field on Day 3 of the first Test between England and West Indies.
Anderson: 188 Tests, 704 Wickets for England
Atkinson described his first day as a Test cricketer as “more than I could have dreamed of” after an exhilarating debut at Lord’s.
James Anderson to Play Final Test Match for England at Lord’s on July 10
Anderson feels he is bowling as well as ever and believes he “could still do a job” as he prepares for his 188th and final Test match this week at Lord’s.