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Anderson Takes 3 for 17 in T20 Blast Return After 11-Year Hiatus

His one-year Lancashire contract sustains his county career after retiring from Test cricket.

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Anderson claimed three for 17 with his four overs in the Lancashire win at Chester-le-Street
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Overview

  • James Anderson made his first T20 appearance since August 2014 for Lancashire against Durham on June 1, 2025.
  • The 42-year-old fast bowler claimed three wickets for 17 runs in four overs to help restrict Durham to 150 for 6 in the Blast fixture.
  • Lancashire’s only change from their previous outing saw Anderson replace Mitch Stanley in the playing XI.
  • After retiring from Test cricket in July 2024, Anderson signed a one-year deal to feature in all formats for Lancashire this season.
  • He has played 44 T20 matches, taken 41 wickets at an average of 32.14 and registered for the IPL 2025 auction but attracted no bids.