England legend Anderson, 44, joins Surrey

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.

Surrey have said the deal is for the 2027 season, though it is understood Anderson could continue to play on beyond next year. "Going from thinking I might not play cricket again to having this opportunity - I'm properly buzzing for it," Anderson said on a special episode of his Tailenders podcast.

"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. After taking 704 wickets in 188 matches, Anderson, who turns 45 in July, sits third on the all-time list of Test bowlers, with more scalps than any other seamer.