James Anderson's magic did not stop even at the age of 44, became a part of this new team

Delhi: England's legendary fast bowler James Anderson's passion for cricket is not ending. At the age of 44, Anderson will now be seen playing for Surrey in the County Championship in 2027. Anderson has become a part of the Surrey team after his 25-year association with Lancashire ended.

The 2026 season was great for Anderson. He took 50 wickets at an average of less than 18 in the County Championship and was also named Lancashire's Player of the Year. Despite this the club did not extend his contract. This ended the long standing association between him and Lancashire.

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Anderson had expressed his displeasure at being separated from Lancashire

Anderson expressed disappointment at the manner of his departure from the club. He had said, 'If the decision was in my hands, my journey would not have ended like this.'

Now Anderson will work with his old partner Alec Stewart in Surrey. Stewart is currently the director of men's cricket in Surrey.

Anderson has taken 704 wickets in test cricket

Anderson had said goodbye to international cricket in 2024. He took a total of 911 wickets in all three formats, including 704 wickets in Test cricket. He ranks first in the list of fast bowlers who have taken the most wickets in the Test format.

What did Anderson say after becoming a part of Surrey?

English cricketer Anderson expressed his happiness on joining Surrey and said, 'It is an honor for me to be a part of a big club like Surrey. I am excited to start this new chapter of my career. The team has excellent players and always challenges to win the County Championship title.

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He further said, that I feel there is still a lot of cricket left in me. I want to take wickets and help the team win the match. Apart from this, I can also help young players to become better and fulfill their dream of playing for their country.