Legendary England pacer James Anderson is reportedly considering a move to Major League Cricket (MLC) in the United States.
This follows Anderson’s recent retirement from international cricket and his expressed interest in returning to white-ball formats.
Anderson, who retired in July 2024 with 704 Test wickets, has been a central figure in English cricket for nearly two decades.
Despite stepping away from the international stage, the 42-year-old might not be done playing. According to BBC Sport, an MLC team has shown interest in signing Anderson for the 2025 season, with the pacer open to a potential white-ball return.
The MLC, launched in 2023, has already attracted top cricketers like Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, and Glenn Maxwell. Its expansion to 34 games in 2025 and List A status highlights its growing significance.
Anderson could potentially earn up to €135,000 for a short stint in the MLC, a lucrative opportunity compared to ECB contracts.
Although Anderson hasn’t played T20 cricket since 2014, he remains confident in his fitness. He’s also ventured into coaching, working as England’s men’s bowling consultant.
“I’m due to go to Pakistan and New Zealand in the winter. After that, nothing concrete. I’m still figuring out if coaching is the next stage of my career,” Anderson shared.