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James Anderson Shines on Lancashire Return with Two Wickets

The 42-year-old seamer marked his County Championship comeback with a vital performance, lifting Lancashire against Derbyshire after recovering from injury.

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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 took two wickets for 24 runs in his first competitive match since retiring from Test cricket in June 2024.
  • The veteran bowler dismissed Derbyshire's Caleb Jewell and David Lloyd during his five-over spell at Old Trafford on May 17, 2025.
  • Anderson’s return follows a calf injury that sidelined him for the first five games of Lancashire’s County Championship season.
  • Lancashire, currently at the bottom of Division Two, are looking to Anderson's form to help revive their campaign after a winless start.
  • In addition to playing, Anderson continues to serve as England's fast bowling consultant, blending on-field impact with mentorship.