James Anderson Retires After 20 Years with Emotional Farewell in England’s Win Over West Indies
James Anderson, the legendary England fast bowler, retired after a 20-year Test career. In his final match, England defeated West Indies by an innings and 114 runs.
Emotional Farewell
Anderson expressed pride in his long career and gratitude for staying injury-free. He was emotional seeing his daughters ring the bell at Lord’s and appreciated the support from his family and teammates.
Match Highlights
Gus Atkinson, on his Test debut, took ten wickets, marking a symbolic passing of the torch. England had a strong first innings with five batters scoring half-centuries, leading to a total of 371. Atkinson’s seven-wicket haul helped bowl West Indies out for 121 on day one. England’s seamers continued to dominate, reducing West Indies to six wickets down by stumps on day two. Anderson set the tone with a peach that dismissed Kraigg Brathwaite.