Lancashire's James Anderson to receive knighthood
Lancashire Cricket's James Anderson has been awarded a knighthood for services to cricket.
Anderson has received the knighthood in former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's resignation honours list - and will receive his honour during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace at a later date.
The 42-year-old from Burnley, retired from Test Match cricket last year, ending his international career with 704 wickets and as England's all-time leading wicket taker.
Anderson progressed through Lancashire's Academy and has been with the Club ever-since making his professional debut in 2000.
Earlier this year, he signed a contract to continue his playing career with the Red Rose during the 2025 season.
Posting on his Instagram account, Anderson said:
"The reaction to yesterday’s Honour’s List has been really overwhelming.
"I’m so proud that my achievements in a sport I’ve dedicated my life to and love so much have been recognised in this way.
"I can’t wait to get back out there with Lancashire to continue to play the game that has given me so much."
Commenting on the news of Anderson’s knighthood, Lancashire’s Director of Cricket Performance, Mark Chilton, said:
“Everybody associated with Lancashire Cricket is incredibly proud of James. His contribution to the game of cricket, spanning across three decades, has been immense and he is extremely deserving of this honour.
“His Knighthood is testament to the commitment and dedication he has shown to England and to Lancashire, and he has always represented the game of cricket with distinction throughout his career.
“James has left the international stage as England’s all-time leading wicket taker in Test Matches, a record that is unlikely ever to be broken, and he still has so much to offer us here at Emirates Old Trafford.”
Speaking to LancsTV, former Lancashire captain and England head coach, David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd said:
“It’s wonderful news not only for Jimmy Anderson, but the town of Burnley and for Lancashire Cricket - it's a real feather in our cap.
“When you look at Jimmy, now at 42 years of age, you can see he looks after himself. When you get an accolade like this, Sir James Anderson, it's not only about what he's doing on a cricket field, but also about the person himself.
“Jimmy is a really good bloke, and he’s got great pride in what he does, which has been opening the bowling for England and for Lancashire. He's also got a wonderful, fantastic respect of the game of cricket.”