Lancashire to be led by veteran bowler at 44 as Anderson takes helm.
Former England international Jimmy Anderson will captain Lancashire in the upcoming County Championship season with a new role that marks his third stint as skipper of the club, according to reports.
The 43-year-old right-arm fast bowler made his debut for Lancashire in 2002 and has been an integral part of the team's success. After stepping into the captaincy on an interim basis last season, Anderson will now lead the team permanently with a new contract signed in November.
Anderson expressed his gratitude towards former Lancashire teammate Steve Croft, the club's head coach, who praised Anderson as "an outstanding leader" whose influence on the squad is immense. The veteran bowler also acknowledged the support he received from his teammates and coaches, adding that he looks forward to leading the team into the new season.
Anderson will face a tough challenge in taking Lancashire to promotion back to Division One but has expressed confidence in the team's ability to achieve their goals with a "fantastic group of players" and great blend of youth and experience. His first match as captain will be away at Northamptonshire on April 3, 2026.
Anderson signs two-year deal for Hampshire
Australia's Michael Neser has signed up with Hampshire for six games of the County Championship season before the T20 Blast begins, adding value to their attack alongside Kyle Abbott. The 35-year-old bowler took a five-wicket haul against Australia in the second Ashes Test last week.
Former England international Jimmy Anderson will captain Lancashire in the upcoming County Championship season with a new role that marks his third stint as skipper of the club, according to reports.
The 43-year-old right-arm fast bowler made his debut for Lancashire in 2002 and has been an integral part of the team's success. After stepping into the captaincy on an interim basis last season, Anderson will now lead the team permanently with a new contract signed in November.
Anderson expressed his gratitude towards former Lancashire teammate Steve Croft, the club's head coach, who praised Anderson as "an outstanding leader" whose influence on the squad is immense. The veteran bowler also acknowledged the support he received from his teammates and coaches, adding that he looks forward to leading the team into the new season.
Anderson will face a tough challenge in taking Lancashire to promotion back to Division One but has expressed confidence in the team's ability to achieve their goals with a "fantastic group of players" and great blend of youth and experience. His first match as captain will be away at Northamptonshire on April 3, 2026.
Anderson signs two-year deal for Hampshire
Australia's Michael Neser has signed up with Hampshire for six games of the County Championship season before the T20 Blast begins, adding value to their attack alongside Kyle Abbott. The 35-year-old bowler took a five-wicket haul against Australia in the second Ashes Test last week.
he's like the ultimate fast bowler captain 
& i think he's gonna bring that winning vibe back to the team! 44 is def still young in cricket years lol 
+ he's already got that leadership experience from his previous stints, so i'm all for it 
now let's see him take lancashire to division one 
. But seriously, with guys like Jimmy on board, you'd think they've got a good shot at promotion back to Division One. Problem is, it's gonna be tough - those teams are stacked, and Anderson's gotta prove he can handle the pressure... or else he'll be bowling for his life (pun intended) 
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OMG you won't believe this! Jimmy Anderson is taking over as captain of Lancashire at 44 and I am beyond hyped for him!!! 
He's been an icon for the team for years and now he gets to lead them into new challenges. I mean, who wouldn't want to be led by one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time? 
he's been with the club for ages so it makes sense that they'd pick him to lead them now he seems like a pretty down-to-earth guy too, so fingers crossed for him 
the challenge of getting them promoted is on, but if anyone can do it, it's anderson & co 
44 and taking on captaincy role? that's dedication! i'm rooting for Lancs to make it back to Division One, Anderson's got the skills and experience to lead them there 
just thinkin about jimmy anderson leadin lancashire cricket team now he's 44 but still got the skills gotta respect the lad 
I mean serious though Anderson's not getting any younger and with a new contract it's like he's trying to defy Father Time, is 44 still young for a cricketer? 
Plus with the state of their squad how's he gonna get them promoted back to Div One? 
gotta be nice for the fans but realisticly can they do it without any major signings? 
, Jimmy Anderson's leadership skills are going to be put to the test this season! I think it's awesome that he's been given another chance to lead Lancashire and I'm curious to see how he'll navigate the tough challenge of promotion back to Division One 