Cricket legend Jimmy Anderson fights back tears and swigs Guinness in emotional final interview as England player
James Anderson has hailed playing for England as 'the best job in the world' in his emotional final interview as an international player.Anderson extended his lead as England 's all-time top wicket-taker, taking four more in the match to bring his haul up to 704 in 188 Tests as England won by an innings and 114 runs on Friday.
He even downed a whole pint of it front of adoring fans chanting his name after the game, with him lifting the glass to thank them at the end, bringing a large cheer from those soaking in his final moments.in the changing room, Anderson gave an emotional interview to Sky Sports as he called time on a glittering England career that began in 2003.
It was an special afternoon for the England legend who admitted he found himself having to hold tears back as he waved goodbye to representing his country.Asked if he'd held his emotions together, he continued: "I think I have. This morning was quite emotional with the two teams and the reaction of the crowd.
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