England’s veteran fast bowler, James Anderson, has begun his preparations for his farewell Test match in style, claiming a seven-wicket haul during the County Championship game between Lancashire and Nottinghamshire.
Playing his first competitive game in almost four months, Anderson displayed his remarkable skills, picking up six wickets in his first spell alone. He reduced Nottinghamshire to a precarious 6/40, showcasing his ability to swing the ball and trouble the batsmen.
The 41-year-old returned for a second spell later in the day and claimed one more wicket, ultimately bowling Nottinghamshire out for 126. This came after Lancashire had posted a respectable first-innings total of 353. Lancashire then enforced the follow-on, highlighting their dominance in the match.
Nottinghamshire’s Ben Slater stood strong against the relentless bowling attack, remaining unbeaten on 64 runs.
Anderson’s impressive performance comes ahead of his final Test match, which will take place against the West Indies at Lord’s on July 10th. The announcement of his retirement from international cricket was made in May this year.
Fans and cricket enthusiasts alike will be eager to witness Anderson’s final appearance in Test cricket, hoping he can bow out in style and leave a lasting impression on the game.
