'I know the time is right to step aside and let others realise their dreams just like I got to'
Lancashire 's Jimmy Anderson has announced July’s first Test Match against the West Indies at Lord’s will be his final appearance for England.
But the 41-year-old is set to call time on his Test career after talks with England head coach Brendon McCullum, who wants to modify his side’s seam attack and build towards the future with one eye on the 2025-26 Ashes.Anderson wrote on Instagram: “Hi everyone. Just a note to say that the first Test of the summer at Lord’s will be my last Test. It’s been an incredible 20 years representing my country, playing the game I’ve loved since I was a kid.
“Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the years, it always meant a lot, even if my face often doesn’t show it." It is understood McCullum made a visit to the UK recently from his native New Zealand and spoke with Anderson about his future during a round of golf.
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