James Anderson, one of the most successful fast bowlers in Test history, announced his retirement from international cricket last year. He played his last Test match against the West Indies at Lords in July 2024. However, he still plays in domestic cricket. James Anderson recently returned to the T20 format after 11 years. He played in England’s Famous T20 League Whitelity Blast. Where his performance was very good, which has given him a great opportunity now.
James Anderson will play in the Hundred
England’s Famous 100-Ball Cricket League, The Wildcard Draft for the 2025 season of The Hundred has included some major names. What is special is that the name of 42 -year -old James Anderson is also included. The Hundred is set to begin on August 5, before all 8 teams have announced the names of the wild card players. Anderson has been selected by Manchester Originals. This is the first time England’s legendary bowler will be seen playing in The Hundred League.
From the james anderson end….
Sir James Anderson Joins Manchester Originals for the Hundred 2025! pic.twitter.com/pm0soyliu0
– The hundred (@thehund) July 15, 2025
Comeback in T20 format after 11 years
James Anderson has a chance based on his performance in the T20 blast. Recently, he took 14 wickets in 8 matches for Lancashire in T20 Blast. The special thing was that he only scored from an economy of 7.75. Anderson has played a total of 52 T20 matches so far and has taken 55 wickets. He has also played 19 T20 matches for England, in which he was able to take only 18 wickets. Not only that, Anderson also gave his name for the IPL 2025 auction, but was not shortlisted for auction.
Andrew Flintoff’s son also had a chance
17 -year -old Rocky Flintoff has also entered the league. Rocky Flintoff will be part of his father Andrew Flintoff coaching Northern superchargers team. Rocky Flintoff has not yet played any professional T20 matches, but he has been in constant debate because of his talent. He is currently playing against India’s under-19 team. Where his performance has been good.
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