Lancashire head coach Glen Chapple has insisted that James Anderson remains "the best bowler in the country, end of".
Anderson was unceremoniously axed by England for their tour of the West Indies along with long-time bowling partner Stuart Broad. Interim managing director Sir Andrew Strauss said the pair were axed so England could "look at some exciting new bowling potential and give some added responsibility to other players who have featured previously."
However, England went on to lose 1-0 to the West Indies after suffering a crushing ten-wicket defeat in the final Test in Grenada. Strauss did stress the decision did not "mean the end" for Anderson and Broad's international careers and the pair will very much be in contention for selection this summer.
