LONDON (AP) — James Anderson has retired from international cricket after taking 704 wickets in Test format. He played his last game against the West Indies at Lord’s.
Anderson will remain in the England camp for the rest of the West Indies series, which continues with the second test starting on July 18. He will act as a mentor for the team’s fast bowlers and said he doesn’t know if he will return to domestic cricket with county side Lancashire.
India great Sachin Tendulkar was among those paying tribute to Anderson.
“It has been a joy to watch you bowl — with that action, speed, accuracy, swing and fitness,” Tendulkar wrote on X. “You’ve inspired generations with your game.
“Wish you a wonderful life ahead with good health and happiness as you put those new shoes on for the most important spell of your life — the time with family.”
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