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ENG vs WI: The first match of the 3-Test series between England and West Indies is being played at the historic Lord's ground. This was the last Test match of England fast bowler James Anderson's career. Before the start of the third day's play, the players of both the teams gave a guard of honour to Anderson. Not only this, the spectators present on the ground also applauded Anderson. Meanwhile, the legendary fast bowler looked emotional. England Cricket has shared this video on Twitter.
Debut against Zimbabwe in 2003
James Anderson made his Test debut against Zimbabwe at Lord's in May 2003. He played 188 Test matches in his career. Meanwhile, he has taken 704 wickets in 350 innings so far. 11/71 is his best bowling performance in a Test match. His average in this biggest format of cricket is 26.46 and economy is 2.79. He is the third highest wicket-taker in Tests. Apart from this, he is also the fastest bowler to take the most wickets in Tests.
Most Test wickets
- Muttiah Muralitharan – 800 wickets
- Shane Warne – 708 wickets
- James Anderson – 704 wickets
- Anil Kumble – 619 wickets
- Stuart Broad – 604 wickets
match status
Talking about the match, England has won the first Test by an innings and 114 runs. England won the toss and decided to bowl first. Coming to bat first, the West Indies team could score only 121 runs in the first innings. In reply, England scored 371 runs losing 10 wickets in the first innings. In the second innings, the West Indies team could score only 136 runs losing 10 wickets.