Root ‘predicts’ many more productive years for teammate Anderson
1 year, 7 months ago

Root ‘predicts’ many more productive years for teammate Anderson

The Hindu  

Former England Test skipper Joe Root has given teammate and the leading wicket-taking pacer in the world James Anderson a big reason to go all out in the upcoming Ashes series, saying he wants to see the veteran bowler go on performing for many more years. Anderson, who is two months shy of turning 41, is just 15 wickets short of touching the 700-wicket mark, and the Ashes, commencing on June 16 at Birmingham, is a great opportunity for him to once again emerge as the hosts’ leading bowler and guide the team to victory after their 0-4 drubbing in Australia two years back. Root, who was the England captain when the team toured Australia in 2021, posted a collage of five images of Anderson right from his early days with the England side in the 2000s to how he would look like two decades from now -- all salt and pepper with a grey beard, a bespectacled wrinkled face, but still celebrating a Test wicket on the pitch. Anderson is third in the all-time list of Test wicket-takers, with former Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan and the late Australian wizard Shane Warne only ahead of him.

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James Anderson on England forcing him to retire: 'I wasn't angry, just felt shocked'
1 month, 1 week ago

James Anderson on England forcing him to retire: 'I wasn't angry, just felt shocked'

Firstpost  

James Anderson had played his final Test against West Indies at Lord’s earlier this year, signing off with 704 Test wickets from 188 appearances. James Anderson bid goodbye to the sport after during the first Test of the 2024 English summer, in which the home team defeated West Indies by an innings at Lord's. Reuters James Anderson made a stunning …

James Anderson predicts Jofra Archer to have ‘huge’ impact for England in Ashes
1 month, 1 week ago

James Anderson predicts Jofra Archer to have ‘huge’ impact for England in Ashes

The Independent  

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England record-breaker Root has 'more to contribute' after 34th Test ton
3 months, 3 weeks ago

England record-breaker Root has 'more to contribute' after 34th Test ton

New Indian Express  

LONDON: Joe Root was adamant he had a "lot more to contribute" after his record-breaking 34th Test century took England nearer to a series victory over Sri Lanka at Lord's. Root equalled retired England opener Alastair Cook's national record earlier this week but the 33-year-old Yorkshireman is now out in front after scoring centuries in both innings for the first …

Joe Root says he has ‘a lot more to contribute’ after record 34th Test century
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Joe Root says he has ‘a lot more to contribute’ after record 34th Test century

The Independent  

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Joe Root could surpass Sachin's record, says former Aussie captain
4 months, 1 week ago

Joe Root could surpass Sachin's record, says former Aussie captain

Deccan Chronicle  

Dubai: Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting reckoned that Joe Root could surpass batting legend Sachin Tendulkar's tally of runs in Test cricket, provided the England batting mainstay stays 'hungry' and keeps scoring at a consistent rate for the next four years. With 12,027 runs in 143 Tests at 50.11 with 32 centuries and 63 fifties so far, Root is also …

James Anderson drops hint over stunning return to T20 cricket after international retirement: 'I could do a job there'
4 months, 1 week ago

James Anderson drops hint over stunning return to T20 cricket after international retirement: 'I could do a job there'

Hindustan Times  

James Anderson, one of the most prolific fast bowlers in Test history, remains confident in his fitness even after announcing his international retirement a month ago. At 42, Anderson is contemplating a return to short-form cricket, nearly a decade after his last T20 appearance, which came in the 2014 T20 Blast final for Lancashire. England's James Anderson during his last …

"I have had to deal with emotions...": James Anderson on transition from player to England's bowling mentor
5 months ago

"I have had to deal with emotions...": James Anderson on transition from player to England's bowling mentor

Hindustan Times  

Nottingham, : Former England pacer James Anderson opened up on his transition from a player to the team's bowling mentor during the ongoing series against the West Indies at home, saying that he is loving his job and that it has been relaxing for him. ": James Anderson on transition from player to England's bowling mentor Following his retirement from …

James Anderson retires from Test cricket as England defeats West Indies by an innings and 114 runs
5 months, 1 week ago

James Anderson retires from Test cricket as England defeats West Indies by an innings and 114 runs

ABC  

James Anderson has signed off from international cricket with his 704th and final Test wicket, ending a glittering 21-year career during England's emphatic win over West Indies. Anderson, who finished with match figures of 4-58, said he would miss competing at the highest level, adding that there was "no better feeling" than winning a Test. West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite …

James Anderson’s career a tribute to rhythm, swing and a little bit of magic
5 months, 2 weeks ago

James Anderson’s career a tribute to rhythm, swing and a little bit of magic

Hindustan Times  

Where were you when James Anderson got the ball to hoop in to Michael Clarke from nowhere, kissing the top of his off stumps at Lord’s in 2015? England's James Anderson poses for a team group photo ahead of the Test series Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra No fast bowler has played more Tests than Anderson, or taken more wickets …

WATCH: Anderson takes seven wickets in County game ahead of farewell Test against West Indies
5 months, 3 weeks ago

WATCH: Anderson takes seven wickets in County game ahead of farewell Test against West Indies

The Hindu  

England fast bowler James Anderson began his preparations for his farewell Test, set to be played next week against West Indies, with a seven-wicket haul during the County Championship game between Lancashire and Nottinghamshire on Tuesday. Lancashire’s Anderson, playing a competitive game after nearly four months, picked up six wickets in his first spell of the match and reduced Nottinghamshire …

James Anderson to take up England coaching role, will become bowling mentor after retirement
5 months, 3 weeks ago

James Anderson to take up England coaching role, will become bowling mentor after retirement

Hindustan Times  

England's legendary fast bowler, James Anderson, will transition into a mentorship role with the national team upon retiring from Test cricket. Anderson, who will play his final Test in the series opener against the West Indies at Lord's next week, will serve as the side's fast-bowling mentor. England's James Anderson will become the side's bowling mentor after retirement At 41, …

Life after James Anderson: Five fast bowlers who could lead England’s Test bowling attack
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Life after James Anderson: Five fast bowlers who could lead England’s Test bowling attack

The Independent  

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Legendary English pacer James Anderson to retire after home summer
7 months, 1 week ago

Legendary English pacer James Anderson to retire after home summer

The Hindu  

Legendary James Anderson is set for his final appearance in Test cricket as the upcoming home season for England will be the last for cricket’s most successful fast bowler, a report in U.K. media said. Having become the first fast bowler ever to take 700 wickets in Test cricket during England’s tour of India earlier this year, legendary Australian spinner …

England great Anderson's Test career under threat after McCullum talks - report
7 months, 2 weeks ago

England great Anderson's Test career under threat after McCullum talks - report

Hindustan Times  

England cricket great James Anderson's record-breaking Test career is set to come to an end later this year following talks with head coach Brendon McCullum, the Guardian reported Friday. England great Anderson's Test career under threat after McCullum talks - report According to the newspaper, McCullum recently made a five-day visit to the UK, travelling 11,000 miles from his home …

James Anderson set to hang his boots from Test cricket as England look to future: Report
7 months, 2 weeks ago

James Anderson set to hang his boots from Test cricket as England look to future: Report

India TV News  

The most prolific fast bowler in the history of Test cricket James Anderson is reportedly set to bid adieu to the format this summer as England are looking at the future now. As reported by the Guardian, England Test coach Brendon McCullum made a whistle-stop visit to the UK from New Zealand to have a one-on-one chat with the 41-year-old …

Jack Leach missing but James Anderson hopes to make some magic in 2nd Test vs India
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jack Leach missing but James Anderson hopes to make some magic in 2nd Test vs India

Hindustan Times  

This one is for the record books. That’s three more than Rehan Ahmed's age, and two more than Shoaib Bashir who will be making his debut after Jack Leach was ruled out due to a bad hamstring. To add to the incredulity, this will be Anderson’s 184th Test cap, with the rest of England's specialist spinners sharing a total of …

India vs England: Gough hails Anderson’s ‘desire to carry on’ but questions pacer tweaking run-up ahead of Tests
11 months ago

India vs England: Gough hails Anderson’s ‘desire to carry on’ but questions pacer tweaking run-up ahead of Tests

Firstpost  

London: Former England cricketer Darren Gough is full of admiration for James Anderson’s unwavering commitment to the game, especially as the 41-year-old fast bowler made adjustments to his run-up ahead of the gruelling five-Test series in India. Read | ‘Lack of match preparation’ might trouble Englishmen: Alastair Cook Andeson will also return after his longest ever lay-off having last played …

Joe Root dismisses ODI retirement talk with next Cricket World Cup in his plans
1 year, 2 months ago

Joe Root dismisses ODI retirement talk with next Cricket World Cup in his plans

The Independent  

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Joe Root Makes 72 For Trent Rockets Vs London Spirit In The Hundred - WATCH
1 year, 4 months ago

Joe Root Makes 72 For Trent Rockets Vs London Spirit In The Hundred - WATCH

ABP News  

England stalwart batter Joe Root showed why he is rated so highly as he smashed 72 runs off 35 balls for the Trent Rockets in their match against London Spirit at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on Saturday. For Trent Rockets, Dan Lawrence hammered 93 runs off 49 balls with 10 fours and three sixes, helping the Rockets make 195 …

James Anderson has put his exit in hand of other people after poor Ashes series, says Ottis Gibson
1 year, 4 months ago

James Anderson has put his exit in hand of other people after poor Ashes series, says Ottis Gibson

India Today  

Legendary England fast bowler James Anderson has put his exit in other people's hands, feels former England bowling coach Ottis Gibson. Gibson, while speaking to Yorkshire Post predicted that Anderson might not leave cricket on a high as Stuart Broad did with Ashes 2023. “It’s just my opinion, but Jimmy has now put his exit in the hands of other …

James Anderson should have retired after the Ashes 2023 series: Steve Harmison
1 year, 4 months ago

James Anderson should have retired after the Ashes 2023 series: Steve Harmison

India Today  

Steve Harmison feels that James Anderson should have retired following the Ashes 2023 series, taking a cue from former bowling partner Stuart Broad. Speaking to I, Harmison said that he would have loved to see Anderson retire after the Ashes 2023 series. “I’m not sure how long I see Jimmy holding out for,” “I would have loved to have seen …

James Anderson not retiring anytime soon after Ashes 2023: Even more firm that I want to keep going
1 year, 4 months ago

James Anderson not retiring anytime soon after Ashes 2023: Even more firm that I want to keep going

India Today  

England pacer James Anderson has confirmed that he is not going to retire after the Ashes 2023 series. Ashes 2023, 5th Test: Day 5 Live "I'm even more firm that I want to keep going. My body is fine, my skills are fine, I'm bowling well enough - even though I've had a really disappointing by the standard I expect …

Ashes 2023: Root, Bairstow, Crawley give England big lead over Australia
1 year, 4 months ago

Ashes 2023: Root, Bairstow, Crawley give England big lead over Australia

The Hindu  

England batted with positive intent to take control of the final Ashes test at The Oval on Saturday, moving on to 389-9 at the close on the third day with a 377-run lead over Australia. Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow and Zak Crawley were the major contributors for the hosts who trail 2-1 in the series and are battling to stop …

Ashes 2023: England’s James Anderson says he has no plans to retire; claims he has “lot more to give”
1 year, 4 months ago

Ashes 2023: England’s James Anderson says he has no plans to retire; claims he has “lot more to give”

The Hindu  

England fast bowler James Anderson insists that turning 41 on Sunday will not push him into retirement, claiming he “has a lot more to give”. “As soon as you get into your 30s as a bowler, people are asking how long you’ve got left,” Anderson told the BBC’s Test Match Special after the second day’s play on Friday. I feel …

Ashes 2023: Fifth Test could be David Warner’s final match, says McGrath
1 year, 4 months ago

Ashes 2023: Fifth Test could be David Warner’s final match, says McGrath

The Hindu  

Legendary Australian pacer Glenn McGrath said David Warner’s career could be “coming towards an end” unless the veteran opener scores big in the second innings of the ongoing fifth and final Ashes Test against England. The left-handed opener has scored just 225 runs in the nine innings in this Ashes at a mediocre average of 25.00, which includes only one …

Ashes 2023, 5th Test Preview: Australia eager to end long wait for series win in England
1 year, 4 months ago

Ashes 2023, 5th Test Preview: Australia eager to end long wait for series win in England

The Hindu  

Australia may have retained the Ashes but a chance to win a Test series in England will spur it on after it “got away” with a draw in Manchester. Pat Cummins’s squad, which contains several survivors from that trip, are determined to avoid a repeat as they bid to end Australia’s 22-year wait for an Ashes series win in England. …

Ashes 2023: Zak Crawley and Joe Root create history with 206-run partnership in Manchester
1 year, 5 months ago

Ashes 2023: Zak Crawley and Joe Root create history with 206-run partnership in Manchester

India TV News  

The fourth Ashes Test between England and Australia is currently in progress and the home side is in the ascendancy at the moment. Crawley first added 121 runs for the second wicket stand with Moeen Ali and then stitched a partnership of 206 runs with former captain Joe Root. Another England duo of Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett make it …

Ashes 2023: James Anderson replaces Ollie Robinson in England's playing XI for Manchester Test
1 year, 5 months ago

Ashes 2023: James Anderson replaces Ollie Robinson in England's playing XI for Manchester Test

India Today  

Veteran pacer James Anderson has been called up to the England squad for the fourth men's Ashes Test, which begins on Wednesday at Emirates Old Trafford. Anderson was given a break during England's triumph in the third Test at Headingley, where he had taken three wickets at an average of 75.33 in the first two matches of the series. Prior …

Ashes 2023: England drop James Anderson, Josh Tongue for third Test at Headingley
1 year, 5 months ago

Ashes 2023: England drop James Anderson, Josh Tongue for third Test at Headingley

Firstpost  

England pacer James Anderson, who has had a below-par run this Ashes so far, has been dropped from the playing XI for the third must-win game for England which starts on 6 July. So far as batting is concerned, Ollie Pope is out due to a shoulder injury he sustained in the last game and instead of getting in a …

ENG vs AUS, Ashes 2023 3rd Test preview: Bairstow controversy casts shadow over Leeds face-off
1 year, 5 months ago

ENG vs AUS, Ashes 2023 3rd Test preview: Bairstow controversy casts shadow over Leeds face-off

The Hindu  

Australia can expect to face a fired-up England and a furious crowd in the third Ashes Test at Headingley starting Thursday as the row over Jonny Bairstow’s divisive dismissal at Lord’s rumbles on. But former England captain Mike Atherton said rather than world Test champion Australia abusing the ‘Spirit of Cricket’, Bairstow had been guilty of “dozy cricket”. Stokes insisted …

Ashes 2023: James Anderson backs Bazball, says England will be 'more aggressive' at Lord's
1 year, 5 months ago

Ashes 2023: James Anderson backs Bazball, says England will be 'more aggressive' at Lord's

India Today  

Veteran England pacer James Anderson reckons England will continue to play an aggressive brand of cricket against Australia in the second Ashes Test also, despite their loss in the first Test. The debate over whether England's new aggressive style of play, known as "Bazball," is the right approach has been reignited after their defeat at Edgbaston. Anderson said that England's …

Joe Root regrets his time as England captain: If I could go back, I would start my captaincy like Stokes has
1 year, 6 months ago

Joe Root regrets his time as England captain: If I could go back, I would start my captaincy like Stokes has

India Today  

1 batter Joe Root has reflected on his captaincy stint with England, saying he would love to go back and play fearless and aggressive cricket like how the team has been playing under Ben Stokes. Joe Root led England from 2017 and stepped down from the role after the team was thumped 4-0 in the Ashes Down Under in 2022. …

Ashes 2023: Joe Root thrills Edgbaston crowd by reverse scooping Scott Boland for six, four on Day 4
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Joe Root thrills Edgbaston crowd by reverse scooping Scott Boland for six, four on Day 4

India Today  

One of the most orthodox batters in the current England team, flaunted his stroke-making ability by playing one of the most unorthodox shots in Test cricket - the reverse scoop - as early as the 2nd over on Day 4 of the first Test at Edgbaston Test. Root walked out with his intentions clear as he attacked the Australian pacers …

The Ashes 2023: Joe Root hits century to put England in command against Australia at Edgbaston
1 year, 6 months ago

The Ashes 2023: Joe Root hits century to put England in command against Australia at Edgbaston

The Hindu  

A superb century from Joe Root, his first against Australia since 2015, helped England race to 393-8 before declaring on the opening day of the first Ashes Test, a move that did not bear fruit as the tourist held firm to finish on 14-0 at stumps. In a move typical of the unconventional, attacking approach adopted by skipper Ben Stokes …

'Still Looking as Good as He Was 2 Years Ago': Stokes Backs Anderson 'The Greatest' Ahead of Final Ashes Test
1 year, 6 months ago

'Still Looking as Good as He Was 2 Years Ago': Stokes Backs Anderson 'The Greatest' Ahead of Final Ashes Test

News 18  

'Still Looking as Good as He Was 2 Years Ago': Stokes Backs Anderson 'The Greatest' Ahead of Final Ashes Test Curated By : News18.com Last Updated: July 26, 2023, 20:52 IST James Anderson, the legendary speedster, hasn’t been at his best this summer. He has taken just four wickets in three matches in the ongoing Ashes at a costly average …

England’s Anderson says will ‘definitely’ be ready for Ashes opener
1 year, 6 months ago

England’s Anderson says will ‘definitely’ be ready for Ashes opener

The Hindu  

England fast bowler James Anderson says he has recovered from a groin injury and will be fit for the first Ashes Test against Australia next month. England’s leading bowler in Tests with 685 wickets, Anderson suffered the injury playing for Lancashire last week. “Yes, definitely,” Anderson, 40, told the Telegraph newspaper on Wednesday when asked if he would be fit …

England’s Anderson targets return to full fitness for Ashes
1 year, 7 months ago

England’s Anderson targets return to full fitness for Ashes

The Hindu  

England’s James Anderson said he is expecting to return from his groin injury in “a couple of weeks” but the veteran fast bowler will not aim for a comeback for the one-off Test against Ireland so that he can be fully fit in time for the Ashes. The 40-year-old is England’s leading bowler in tests, with 685 wickets, and is …

Anderson suffers groin injury ahead of Ashes 2023
1 year, 7 months ago

Anderson suffers groin injury ahead of Ashes 2023

The Hindu  

England suffered a huge blow ahead of the Ashes happening later this year as its ace fast bowler James Anderson is doubtful for the series after sustaining a mild strain to his right groin. “Lancashire and England seamer James Anderson has sustained a mild strain to his right groin during Lancashire’s County Championship division one match against Somerset at Old …

England face major blow as James Anderson suffers groin injury ahead of Ashes 2023
1 year, 7 months ago

England face major blow as James Anderson suffers groin injury ahead of Ashes 2023

India TV News  

In a major blow to England's preparation for Ashes 2023, James Anderson is a doubt for the upcoming one-off test against Ireland starting on June 1. The veteran bowler suffered a groin injury during Lancashire's most recent County Championship clash against Somerset at Manchester's Emirates Old Trafford. England are yet to announce the squad for Ireland Test but now are …

Welcome to the fifth age of Joe Root – the England star rewriting the coaching manual
2 years, 4 months ago

Welcome to the fifth age of Joe Root – the England star rewriting the coaching manual

The Telegraph  

Of all the things to concern Ben Stokes when he took over as Test captain this summer, the batting of Joe Root was low down the list. This summer, notwithstanding a rare double failure in the opening Test against South Africa at Lord’s, it could be claimed Root is batting better than ever. But are there other things you can …

ENG vs NZ, 2nd Test, Day 4: 650 Test wickets for Anderson; Twitter reacts
2 years, 6 months ago

ENG vs NZ, 2nd Test, Day 4: 650 Test wickets for Anderson; Twitter reacts

India TV News  

Highlights James Anderson is 29 Test matches away from breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record of 200 Test Matches The English veteran needs 58 more wickets to race ahead of Shane Warne Another day, another historic feat, that is the brilliance of James Anderson. In the ongoing test match between England and New Zealand, Anderson claimed his 650th Test wicket and has …

England's James Anderson says he considered retiring after West Indies snub
2 years, 7 months ago

England's James Anderson says he considered retiring after West Indies snub

The Hindu  

England fast bowler James Anderson said he thought about retiring from cricket after being dropped for the tour of West Indies earlier this year. New Testskipper Ben Stokes has said the two fast bowlers would always be in the playing 11 if fit but being axed from the squad had left Anderson wondering if he should call it a day. …

'The deeper he got into captaincy, the harder it's been to be as matey': Anderson's admission on friendship with Root
2 years, 8 months ago

'The deeper he got into captaincy, the harder it's been to be as matey': Anderson's admission on friendship with Root

Hindustan Times  

Earlier this month, Joe Root announced his decision to step down as the Test captain of England. The English batter left his post holding the record for the number of wins as England Test captain — at 27 — while his status as one of the world's leading batters is secure after scoring eight centuries since the turn of 2021. …

Root signals intent to continue as England captain
2 years, 8 months ago

Root signals intent to continue as England captain

The Hindu  

Joe Root wants to continue as England captain, he said on Sunday minutes after his team suffered an emphatic defeat to West Indies in the deciding third Test of the series in Grenada. Even before West Indies had secured the series 1-0 after draws in the first two Tests, commentators were questioning whether Root would want to continue as captain …

England needs to manage Anderson transition, says Vaughan
2 years, 11 months ago

England needs to manage Anderson transition, says Vaughan

The Hindu  

James Anderson is not a spent force but England needs to look beyond the 39-year-old in order to evolve as a red-ball outfit, former England captain Michael Vaughan said on Monday. Anderson is Test cricket's most prolific fast bowler with 640 wickets to his name, but Vaughan said it was time England begins to phase him out. "Managing Jimmy's retirement …

The Ashes: Keeping Joe Root quiet pleasing part of our bowling so far, says Australia captain Pat Cummins
2 years, 11 months ago

The Ashes: Keeping Joe Root quiet pleasing part of our bowling so far, says Australia captain Pat Cummins

India Today  

Australia captain Pat Cummins said it's been pleasing to see their bowlers keep England's prolific scorer and captain Joe Root quiet so far in the Ashes Test series. Pat Cummins, speaking to reporters on the eve of the 4th Test in Sydney, said he is happy that in-form Root hasn't been able to play a match-defining innings so far in …

Woakes backs Root to remain England Test captain despite Ashes failure
2 years, 11 months ago

Woakes backs Root to remain England Test captain despite Ashes failure

The Hindu  

England all-rounder Chris Woakes has supported Joe Root to continue as the team's Test skipper despite their humiliating Ashes capitulation to Australia. England suffered an innings and 14-run loss to Australia on Tuesday in Melbourne as Root's team surrendered the five-Test Ashes series with two Tests to spare. Asked if the England team would support Root's continuation as skipper, Woakes …

Adelaide defeat not just down to the bowlers, says Anderson
3 years ago

Adelaide defeat not just down to the bowlers, says Anderson

The Hindu  

England's bowlers do not deserve to shoulder all of the blame for the defeat in the second Ashes Test, veteran seamer James Anderson said, following criticism from captain Joe Root that the attack should. After being thrashed by nine wickets in the Brisbane opener, England lost by 275 runs in Adelaide to trail 2-0 in the five-match series, with the …

Ashes 2021-22: England skipper Joe Root confident of 'banging out a hundred'
3 years ago

Ashes 2021-22: England skipper Joe Root confident of 'banging out a hundred'

Firstpost  

Root became just the fourth player in history — and first since 2008 — to plunder 1,600 Test runs in a calendar year during the Adelaide Test, but a maiden century in Australia has always eluded him. Melbourne: Joe Root has backed himself to “bang out a hundred” as England face a must-win Boxing Day Test in Melbourne and says …

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