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Anderson ‘shocked’ by Lancs exit and unsure if he will continue

Speaking for the first time since his Lancashire exit, James Anderson says the decision made him question whether is "something fundamentally wrong with me as a person".

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 10:44 AM
Anderson ‘shocked’ by Lancs exit and unsure if he will continue
Key Things to Know
  • James Anderson was shocked by his release from Lancashire and remains undecided about playing elsewhere.
  • Lancashire decided not to renew the 44-year-old's contract to build an attack for the future.
  • Anderson served as Lancashire captain and took 50 County Championship wickets last season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

England legend James Anderson expressed shock and sadness after being released by Lancashire, stating he has not yet decided whether to continue playing cricket elsewhere. The 44-year-old was informed by incoming director of cricket Paul Farbrace and chief executive Richard Kenyon that the club intends to build an attack for the future without renewing his contract.

Anderson took 50 County Championship wickets while captaining Lancashire last season, though the club finished second bottom in Division Two. Former teammate Stuart Broad called the lack of a farewell disrespectful, while Anderson confirmed he is currently weighing up his future amid reported interest from other counties.

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