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‘He Was Forced Out Because Of His Age’: David Lloyd Hits Out At England Cricket Board For Retiring James Anderson

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‘He Was Forced Out Because Of His Age’: David Lloyd Hits Out At England Cricket Board For Retiring James Anderson

Ace England pacer James Anderson retired after the end of the first Test against the West Indies on Friday, after a career spanning more than 20 years and including a record 704 Test wickets. But he reiterated that he wanted to continue at least for another year but ECB wanted a move-on.

‘He Was Forced Out Because Of His Age’: David Lloyd Hits Out At England Cricket Board For Retiring James Anderson

Former England allrounder David Lloyd has slammed the England Cricket Board, saying that James Anderson was forced out because of his age which was unnecessary. He said that in this era of inclusivity, people are being stopped from work due to their age. Anderson retired after the end of the first Test against the West Indies on Friday.

According to reports, Anderson held talks with head coach Brendon McCullum, skipper Ben Stokes and ECB chief Rob Key who informed him of the side’s plans to build afresh towards the Ashes in Australia in 2025.

Anderson continued to maintain that he was as fit as ever even at 41 but acknowledged that the side’s decision will be final.

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