James Anderson's Heartfelt Tribute to Virat Kohli in Retirement Speech Reveals Feelings of Inferiority

Sports | July 13, 2024, 6:24 a.m.

James Anderson bid adieu to Test cricket with a phenomenal performance, claiming four wickets in England's victory over West Indies. With 704 wickets to his name, Anderson now holds the title of the highest wicket-taker among pacers in Test history, trailing only behind Muttiah Muralitharan and Shane Warne. Reflecting on his illustrious career, Anderson reminisced about his battles with Virat Kohli, admitting that while he found it easy to dismiss Kohli earlier in his career, it became increasingly challenging as time passed. Despite facing ups and downs, Anderson remained injury-free throughout his two-decade-long career, expressing gratitude for the privilege of representing England. His farewell match was emotional, with a special reaction from the crowd as he left the field one last time. Anderson's legacy as one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time is firmly cemented in cricket history.