James Anderson breaks Kapil Dev's record against WI in Tests
James Anderson, who is set to sign off from cricket post the ongoing 1st Test between England and West Indies at Lord's, achieved a massive milestone on Thursday. Anderson became the second-highest wicket-taker against West Indies in Test cricket. He got to the milestone with his 3rd wicket in the match. Earlier, Anderson picked 1/26 in the first innings. Here are further details.
Anderson is only behind McGrath
As per ESPNcricinfo, Anderson has raced to 90 Test wickets against the Windies. Making his 23rd appearance versus West Indies, Anderson averages slightly above 22. He owns five five-wicket hauls with the best spell of 7/42. Anderson, steered clear of Kapil Dev, who took 89 wickets at 24.89. Glenn McGrath is the highest wicket-taker against West Indies with 110 scalps at 19.38.
Anderson has been impressive in the first Test
In the first innings, West Indies faltered with the bat, being bowled out for 121. Anderson picked the final wicket of the innings and clocked figures worth 1/26 from 10.4 overs. He bowled three maidens. England responded with a score of 371/10, taking a 250-run lead. In WI's second innings, Anderson dismissed Kraigg Brathwaite and Alick Athanaze. WI have lost six wickets already (79/6).
Anderson dismisses Brathwaite for 8th time in Tests
Anderson continued to dominate against Brathwaite, dismissing him for the 8th time in Tests. Anderson, who castled Brathwaite in the second innings, has bowled 476 balls to the latter, conceding 125 runs. Brathwaite averages 15.62 against Anderson. He has faced 402 dot balls.
Anderson owns 703 wickets currently
Anderson came into this match with 700 Test wickets. He is the only pacer to be in this rare club. With three wickets in the ongoing match, he has raced to a tally of 703. Anderson would be keen to add a few more.
