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England\'s Jimmy Anderson Becomes the First Seamer to Claim 700 Test Wickets

Published: 09 March 2024 at 09:10

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England\'s Jimmy Anderson made history by becoming the first seamer to achieve 700 Test wickets, reaching the milestone during the fifth Test against India in Dharamshala. Anderson joined cricket legends Muttiah Muralitharan and Shane Warne in this elite club. Despite the milestone, England lost the match to India, securing a series victory for the host team. Anderson, known for his prowess at home with 434 wickets there, has a total of 266 wickets overseas. His 22-year career has been marked by remarkable longevity and consistent performance.

England\'s Jimmy Anderson Becomes the First Seamer to Claim 700 Test Wickets England\'s Jimmy Anderson Becomes the First Seamer to Claim 700 Test Wickets

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Anderson becomes the first seamer to 700 Test wickets

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England's Jimmy Anderson becomes first fast bowler to take 700 wickets

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