England great James Anderson signs one-year contract with Lancashire | Cricket News

Veteran English cricketer James Anderson has committed to another year on the field, signing a new contract with Lancashire. The agreement extends his career beyond his international retirement last July. The 42-year-old Anderson remains England’s most prolific wicket-taker.
“I am incredibly excited to sign this contract with Lancashire and resume playing professional cricket again next season,” he said.

Anderson expressed his enthusiasm about returning to professional cricket. He has focused on maintaining his fitness and bowling regularly while coaching the English team during the winter months. His goal is to be ready for the start of the county season in April.

“I have been working hard on keeping my fitness levels high and continuing to bowl regularly during my time as a coach with England throughout the winter, with the aim of being able to hit the ground running when the county season starts in April.”
Anderson’s connection with Lancashire dates back to his debut in 2001. The newly signed contract covers the County Championship and Vitality Blast competitions. This marks a return to his roots with the club that played a significant role in his development.
“This Club has played a huge part in my life since I was a teenager, so to have the opportunity to wear the Red Rose again and help the side in both red and white ball cricket is one that I am really looking forward to,” he said.