James Anderson made history by becoming the first pace bowler to claim 700 wickets in Test cricket, achieving this milestone on the third day of the fifth Test against India in Dharamsala. When he dismissed Kuldeep Yadav, he joined the ranks of spinners Muttiah Muralitharan and Shane Warne as the only cricketers to reach this feat, with Muralitharan leading with 800 wickets and Warne following closely with 708.
The atmosphere was electric as Anderson’s teammates surrounded him in celebration when Yadav edged a delivery outside off stump. The crowd erupted into a standing ovation as the veteran cricketer proudly raised the ball.
Legendary Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar took to X, formerly Twitter, to commend Anderson for his remarkable achievement, calling it a “stellar accomplishment.” Tendulkar expressed his admiration for Anderson’s consistent performance over his 22-year career, stating that the idea of a fast bowler reaching 700 wickets seemed like a work of fiction until Anderson turned it into reality.
Fans of the sport have marveled at Anderson’s incredible longevity and skill throughout the years. Starting the series just 10 wickets away from the 700-mark, Anderson ended the final match on 698 wickets, showcasing his determination and talent on the field.
