‘If it was up to me it wouldn’t end like this’: Jimmy Anderson confirms Lancashire exit

Jimmy Anderson has confirmed he will leave Lancashire after 25 years, following the county's decision not to offer him a new contract for the 2027 season. The 44-year-old fast bowler expressed his disappointment on social media, stating that his departure would not have ended this way if it were up to him. Anderson has not yet confirmed whether he will retire from cricket or seek opportunities with another county.

Lancashire's incoming director of cricket, Paul Farbrace, stated that the club is rebuilding its squad to push for promotion from Division Two. Despite Lancashire's struggles, Anderson claimed 50 Championship wickets at an average of 17.68 in 2026, earning the club's player of the year award. Over his Lancashire career, which began in 2001, Anderson took 443 first-class wickets across 112 appearances.