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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Ali Martin

Jimmy Anderson eyes T20 franchise foray as strike bowler

Jimmy Anderson
Jimmy Anderson became a bowling mentor with England after his final Test in July. Photograph: Andy Kearns/Getty Images

Jimmy Anderson is considering a late foray into the world of playing franchise T20 cricket – potentially starting overseas this winter – after watching the Hundred and believing he can deliver as a new-ball bowler at that level.

Speaking to The Final Word cricket podcast, the 42-year-old confirmed he is still keen to “give something back” to Lancashire in a playing capacity next summer – and possibly beyond – despite slipping into a role as England’s bowling mentor after his emotional retirement from Test cricket at Lord’s last month.

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