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England cricket icon, James Anderson He has recently named his dream final XI from the plethora of talent he has played against. This list was shared during an exclusive interview with TalkSport Crickethosted by Steve Harmisonproviding cricket fans with a unique insight into Anderson’s perspective on the greats of the game.
James Anderson names his dream XI team of players he has played with or against
Elite openers
Alastair Cook (CAT): The former England captain, known for his marathon innings, opens the batting for Anderson’s dream team. Cook’s ability to weather storms and generate substantial scores has clearly left a lasting impression.
“I went to Cook just because of the run volume and he’s one of my best mates. We played together, he was captain for a while, we became really close and yeah, an amazing player.” Anderson told Cook.
Virender Sehwag (IND): India’s aggressive opener, Sehwag’s fearless approach at the top of the order has earned him a place, showing Anderson’s admiration for dynamic opening batsmen.
“I’m going to Sehwag. I just feel Sehwag has that ability to take a match out of you and he can win a match in one session. I wanted to hit every ball for six, it was very exciting to watch but obviously difficult to bowl” . Anderson said to Sehwag.
Middle order dominance
Virat Kohli (IND): Kohli’s inclusion comes as no surprise as his consistent performances, especially against England, make him one of Anderson’s toughest opponents.
“Kohli for me. I think Kohli is phenomenal as a match winner, he has everything.” Anderson observed.
Joe Root (CAT): The current England captain, Root’s versatility and classic batting technique have secured him a place in this elite line-up.
“Joe Root every day of the week. I think he’s just someone who… I think Harry Brook could become the best batsman in England, but I think Joe Root is the best batsman in England.” counted the old English pacer.
Sachin Tendulkar (IND): The master of cricket, Tendulkar’s battles with Anderson are part of cricketing folklore, making his selection a nod to one of the greatest games in history. Picking on Tendulkar, Anderson said: “I just think Sachin, he likes what people have put out there as the greatest ever, unbelievable. I think 200 Test matches, but a lot of ODIs in T20s he’s playing with the amount of pressure he’s seen like a God in India, so to have that pressure of a billion people watching every time you go out there and play, I think he coped with that amazingly.”
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Influence everywhere and star goalkeeper
Andrew Flintoff (CAT): Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff, Anderson’s teammate during the famous 2005 Ashes, brings his all-round prowess, highlighting the impact of his performances on Anderson’s career.
“I’d probably go for Fred just because he’s got something special about him, he’s a game-changer, um with the bat and in the field similar to Ben Stokes. He can just pull something out of the bag when a team needs it. I just think the influence of the victory of the match had Fred “. Anderson explained.
Rishabh Pants (IND): The young Indian wicketkeeper-batsman, known for his bold strokeplay, adds style and excitement to Anderson’s dream team. Picking Pant over Adam Gilchrist, Anderson reckoned: “Pant I think is almost there as one of the best wicket-keeper batsmen in the world. He’s inventive with his shot so you know he’s just got a really strong game for most situations. I don’t know enough about keeping to know if who is the better goalkeeper of the two, but I would go Pant.
Spin and pace bowling unit
Shane Warne (AUS): The legendary leg-spinner, whose battles with Anderson were central to many memorable Ashes series, brings guile and mystery to the spin.
“Shane Warne, arguably one of the greatest characters to ever play the game like you, we just mentioned about Fred and what he brings to a team that he brings to the game of cricket and also Sachin in that mold of people that he appreciates it. someone He had that in a bunch of buckets he had that charisma, you know someone you wanted to go see how he pays, you know pay your money to go see someone like that.” Anderson said of Warne.
Stuart Broad (CAT): Anderson’s long-time partner in crime, Broad’s selection is a testament to their unparalleled partnership and success in English cricket. While choosing Broad, he said: “I went to Stuart, just because I think he did it consistently over a long period of time. I think just out of pure consistency I go wide.”
Glenn McGrath (AUS): Australian pace legend, McGrath’s inclusion reflects Anderson’s respect for his accuracy and efficiency over the years.
“I just think that McGrath, having grown up watching him and then playing against him, I feel like there’s no one better who’s kind of a metronome and his precision and relentlessness can move the ball well in all conditions.” . Anderson observed
Dale Steyn (SA): Rounding out the bowling attack is Steyn, whose pace and swing made him a formidable opponent, respected by Anderson for his skill and competitiveness.
“I’m picking Dale Steyn. I didn’t play much against Bret Lee he played a little bit. I mean yeah, a surprisingly fast bowler could spin him too. but I think Steyn was, I think Steyn was the better player of bowling this generation like he had everything speed could do it accurately like he was a nightmare to play against and he wanted to have that kind of anger in his eyes where he felt like he wanted to kill you when you were fighting against him.” Anderson added.
