Legendary England bowler James Anderson has extended his record-breaking career beyond his 45th birthday by signing for Surrey.
England's all-time leading Test wicket-taker was not offered a new contract by Lancashire, the county for whom he first played professionally 25 years ago.
Amid interest from multiple clubs, the 44-year-old has agreed a move to The Oval and could play on beyond the 2027 season.
Speaking on a special episode of his Tailenders podcast, Anderson said: "I'm just incredibly excited.
"Going from thinking I might not play cricket again to having this opportunity - I'm properly buzzing for it.
"I'm not doing this for a send-off. That's not the reason I've signed for Surrey."
Referring to his exit from Lancashire last month, Anderson said: "There was a bit of emotion in that few days.
"I was really conscious on not making a decision based on that emotion, so that's why I have taken a few weeks to try to get my ahead around everything and decide what the best way forward is.
"Finding a club that wants me and has that same motivation to win trophies - I just want to be a part of something."
The move to Surrey is another – probably final – chapter in Anderson's remarkable career. He will turn 45 in July.
