Veteran England pacer scripted history during England vs Pakistan 3rd Test at Southampton by claiming his 600th Test wicket, becoming the first pacer to do so. The right-arm fast bowler dismissed Azhar Ali to get the mark and made the cricketing world hail him. Anderson has been spearheading England’s pace attack in Test cricket for over a decade and is still going strong. In fact, he is also the only pacer to play more than 150 Test matches so far. As soon as Anderson achieved the historic feat, fans from all over the world took to social media and lauded the pacer. Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh and many other members of the cricket fraternity also saluted the pacer. James Anderson Becomes Fourth Bowler to Take 600 Wickets in Tests, ICC & Netizens Hail English Pacer.

Making his international debut in 2002, Anderson didn’t take long in cementing his place in the ODI team, but his place in the Test side was always in jeopardy. In 2007, however, the world saw an evolved James Anderson and the pacer didn’t look back after that. His ability to swing the ball became a nightmare for many prominent batsmen as he guided England to one triumph to another. On occasions, he also made the likes of Tendulkar and Kohli look clueless with his prowess. However, when Anderson archived the landmark, these cricket stars also joined the celebrations. Have a look. James Anderson Becomes First Fast Bowler to Take 600 Test Wickets.

Master Blaster Hails Anderson!!

Virat Kohli Congratulates!!

Shikhar Dhawan Lauds Outstanding Achievement!!

Yuvraj Singh Calls Anderson GOAT!!

Harbhajan Singh's Message For Swing King!!

Ravichandran Ashwin Celevrates Extraordinary Feat!!

Despite Anderson’s sensational spell, the match ended in a draw due to rain and resistance of Pakistan batsmen. Nevertheless, the Three Lions were already 1-0 in the series, and they subsequently clinched the series.

Coming back to Anderson, the Lancashire star might have the most successful pacer in Test cricket. However, he still desires to add many more feather to his already illustrious hat. The talismanic pacer at least wants to play the 2021 Ashes which will take place in Australia. Also, on being asked about getting 700 Test wickets, Anderson said: “Why not.”

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