England's James Anderson, hinting at a potential return to white-ball cricket. © Twitter (@MirrorSport)
London, August 13, 2024 – James Anderson, England’s legendary fast bowler and the most successful Test bowler in cricket history, is considering an unexpected return to white-ball cricket. The 42-year-old, who recently retired from international cricket after England’s triumph against the West Indies at Lord’s in July, revealed that he might not be ready to hang up his boots just yet.
“I’m still fit enough to play,” Anderson told the Press Association. “I might be in a bit of denial because I’m well aware I won’t play for England again, but I’ve still not made a decision on my actual cricket career.”
Anderson, who boasts an astounding 704 wickets from 188 Test matches, hinted at a possible transition to franchise cricket. Despite having yet to play a 20-over game since 2014, James Anderson is intrigued by the prospect of returning to the shorter formats.
“Watching The Hundred this year, seeing the ball swing around, it makes me feel like I could do a job there,” Anderson remarked. “I know it’s a while since I played it, and my age will get brought up again, but I feel I’ll be good enough to play that form of cricket.”
Decision Pending Until End of Summer
While Anderson still weighs his options, he clarified that he’s “not shutting himself off to anything.” A decision on his future will be made at the end of the summer, leaving fans and franchises alike on tenterhooks.
Even as he contemplates extending his playing career, Anderson’s expertise remains invaluable to England. The team is keen to retain him in a coaching and mentoring role, especially with the 2025 Ashes series in Australia on the horizon.
