James Anderson , England's leading Test wicket-taker of all time, receives a knighthood for services to cricket. Born in Burnley, Lancashire, James Anderson is perhaps the best swing bowler in the world at the present moment. He made his England debut in the season of 2002 and for the best part of five... England fast-bowling legend James Anderson has been knighted for his services to cricket. The 43-year-old, who took 704 Test wickets over a 22-year career, received the honour from the Princess Royal at Windsor Castle after retiring from Tests in 2024. Sir James Michael " Jimmy " Anderson (born 30 July 1982) is an English cricketer who played for England from 2002 to 2024. He is currently serving as the fast-bowling mentor of the England cricket team, [1] and continues to play for Lancashire. [2]
