James Anderson to Be Knighted for His Services to Cricket
England’s all-time leading Test wicket-taker, James Anderson, is set to receive one of the highest honors—he will be knighted for his outstanding contributions to cricket.
The legendary fast bowler retired from Test cricket last summer, finishing his career as the most successful pace bowler in the format’s history with 704 wickets.
Anderson made his international debut in 2002 in an ODI against Australia. A year later, in May 2003, he began his Test career.
Over a career spanning more than two decades, the 42-year-old featured in 188 Test matches, 194 ODIs, and 19 T20 internationals for England.
According to Richard Thompson, the chairman of the England and Wales Cricket Board, the honor is a well-deserved recognition:
“James Anderson is a true England legend. This knighthood is a fitting tribute to everything he has given to the game.”
Beyond international cricket, Anderson’s numbers are just as impressive in domestic formats. He has taken 1,114 wickets in first-class cricket, 358 in List A matches, and 41 in T20s.
