James Anderson’s Top 5 Most Memorable Moments in Test Cricket 

Explore the top five most memorable moments of James Anderson’s test cricket career. 

James Michael Anderson is often hailed as one of the greatest cricketers in England’s cricket history. Anderson played his final 188th test match against West Indies at Lord’s in London on 10 July 2024. Anderson took a total of four wickets in his final test match against West Indies, which took his career’s total tally to “704” test wickets, making him the third-highest wicket taken in the test cricket format.

With his annihilating bowling attack and power-packed innings, Anderson also played a crucial role in England’s formidable victory at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2010. With a total of 188 test matches, James Anderson undoubtedly witnessed a streak of memorable wins and moments on the field throughout his glorious test cricket career. 

In this article we will take a look at the top five most memorable moments of James Anderson’s test cricket career. 

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  James Anderson’s debut test wicket at the Lord’s 

Anderson made his test cricket debut for England’s national cricket team in 2003 at the Lord’s cricket ground in London against Zimbabwe. Although it was his debut test match, Anderson didn’t take long enough to prove his mettle against the opposing team. James Anderson picked up a commendable total of five wickets in his first test match against Zimbabwe at Lord’s and finished with an annihilating 5/73 bowling figures. Anderson’s debut test match left a mark in the test cricket format, and he was instantly recognized for his stellar bowling exploits on the field in high-pressure situations. 

• James Anderson’s role in England’s victory at the 2010/11 Ashes series

Anderon’s bowling attack continued throughout the 2010/11 Ashes series. During the second match of the 2010/11 Ashes series, James Anderson dismissed the skipper of the Australian cricket team, Ricky Ponting and Michael Clark as well. Picking up the two most crucial wickets of the Aussies garnered a lot of appreciation, praise and limelight for Anderson. England defeated Australia at their home and won the 2010/11 Ashes series by 3-1. James Anderson picked up a total of 24 wickets throughout the series and established himself as a mainstay in England’s test cricket squad. 

• James Anderson dismissed Sachin Tendulkar 

Anderson is best known for dismissing the greatest batsmen in the world and Sachin Tendulkar was no exception for the spearhead bowler. The India vs England 2012 test match at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata witnessed a stunning bowling performance by Anderson that brutally dismissed India’s legendary cricketer, Sachin Tendulkar with his iconic loose shot. A fine low catch by the wicket-keeper Matt Prior dismissed Sachin Tendulkar, annihilating India’s hopes to clinch the match and is still revered as one of the most memorable moments in James Anderson’s test cricket career.

• James Anderson’s “564th” test wicket 

Anderson’s test cricket career has served as a testament of his long-standing record and achievements. One such achievement was witnessed when Anderson picked up his “564th” test wicket of Mohammed Shami, stealing a formidable 4-1 victory against India. With a total of 564 wickets, James Anderson surpassed Glenn McGrath’s record total of test wickets. The crowd commemorating James Anderson’s legacy still resonates as one of the top five most memorable moments of James Anderson’s test cricket career.

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• James Anderson’s final test wicket at the Lord’s 

Anderon played his debut test cricket match at Lord’s in London and also played his career’s final test match against West Indies at Lord’s, undoubtedly making it one of the top five most memorable moments of Anderson’s test cricket career. Although it was his final test match, Anderon didn’t fail to display his annihilating bowling attack for the last time and picked up a total of four wickets of the West Indies and solidified his place as a fast bowler with the highest number of wickets, i.e. 704.

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