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Former England cricketer James Anderson spoke in a latest interview about his retirement from international cricket, stating that he would’ve continued to play till 50 years of age if it were in his hands. Notably, Anderson played his last match for England at the international level earlier this year, a Test match against West Indies at the Lord’s in London before he was ousted by team management headed by captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum.
A few days ago, James Anderson shocked the cricketing world by putting his name in the IPL 2025 mega auction, which will be held on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, expressing his willingness to play competitive cricket as long as possible. But, at the same time, the 42-year-old wasn’t shy away from admitting that he might or might not get picked up by an IPL franchise for the 2025 edition of the tournament.
Watch the clip of James Anderson talking about his retirement and registering for IPL 2025 mega auction:
If it were in my hands, I would've continued playing till 50: James Anderson
In his latest interview with Sky Cricket, James Anderson addressed his decision to put his name in the IPL 2025 mega auction, and said, “That's the whole point of going into auction. I want to play again. Whether I get picked or not is a different matter. But I have a feeling inside me that I have got more to offer in some shape or form. However, long down the line that might be. In whatever capacity, I am not sure yet. But I am very keen to play. I feel very fit, I have been bowling still I feel like I am in a good place so I would love to get the opportunity to play somewhere.”
James Anderson also spoke about retiring from international cricket in the England summer earlier this year, and remarked, “If it were in my hands, I would've continued playing till 50. I believe I am fit and performing well. England were looking at the future, which is perfectly fine.” After his playing days with the England cricket team were over, he went on to serve as the fast bowling consultant for the remainder of the summer and the tour to Pakistan last month.
