James Anderson / Why did Anderson give his name for IPL auction, he wants to do this job

James Anderson: As soon as the names of the registered players came out in the list of IPL 2025 auction, fans were shocked when they saw the name of England's legendary fast bowler James Anderson. 42-year-old Anderson, who recently retired from international cricket, has never played IPL, and now when the end of his career is near, the decision to play IPL surprised everyone. Anderson himself revealed the mystery and explained the reason for his intention to make IPL debut.

Anderson revealed to play IPL

Talking about his decision in a BBC Radio 4 podcast, Anderson said that his hunger for cricket is still intact and he wants to enrich his knowledge and experience by playing on a platform like IPL. He said, "There is still something inside me that feels that I can play. IPL is the biggest T20 league in the world, and playing in this league will not only be a new challenge for me but will also give me a chance to gain experience in coaching and mentorship." Anderson said that in the recent past, he has played the role of mentor for the England team and the experience of playing in the IPL will also improve his coaching skills.

Last T20 match played in 2014

James Anderson's last T20 match was in 2014, that is, he has been away from this format for the last ten years. Despite this long gap, he has made up his mind to make his place in the IPL. His base price in the IPL auction has been kept at Rs 1.25 crore. In his career, Anderson has taken 704 wickets in 188 Test matches for England, which brings him to third place after Muttiah Muralitharan (800) and Shane Warne (708). His international career is over, but his hunger for cricket still remains.

Will any team bet on Anderson?

This is a big question whether any team will bet on this 42-year-old experienced bowler. Anderson's bid may not be very high due to his age, but his experience and technique can make him a potential option for the IPL. He can be helpful in guiding the young bowlers of his team and add value to the team with his playing experience. If a team is looking for an experienced fast bowler and mentor at a low price, then betting on Anderson can be a wise move.

The final decision depends on the auction

Anderson's playing in the IPL depends on his being shortlisted. If he is included in the list of final players of the auction, then the possibility of his being selected cannot be ruled out. Fans and people of the cricket world are eagerly watching whether 42-year-old James Anderson will be able to make his mark by taking the field in IPL 2025.