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James Anderson Shines on County Return With Two Wickets for Lancashire

The 42-year-old seamer marked his comeback from injury with a standout performance in Lancashire’s County Championship match against Derbyshire.

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Anderson throws himself into the action, despite a crowd of just over a thousand at Old Trafford
Playing on for Lancashire: England great James Anderson

Overview

  • James Anderson returned to professional cricket for Lancashire after retiring from Test cricket in July 2024 and recovering from a preseason calf injury.
  • In his first County Championship match of the 2025 season, Anderson claimed two wickets in a five-over spell against Derbyshire at Old Trafford.
  • He bowled Derbyshire opener Caleb Jewell with a classic away-swinging delivery and dismissed David Lloyd shortly after, finishing with figures of 2 for 24.
  • Lancashire posted a first-innings total of 458, with Anderson contributing 4 not out with the bat before taking the ball at the James Anderson End.
  • Anderson continues to serve as England's fast-bowling consultant while playing for Lancashire, aiming to help the struggling side climb from the bottom of Division Two.