Lancashire dropped James Anderson after a season that saw him claim 50 County Championship wickets at an average of 17.
Anderson, 44, was named club’s player of the year but said the decision wasn’t his to make, expressing disappointment over how his time at the club ended.
Stuart Broad slammed Lancashire on the For The Love of Cricket podcast, calling the send‑off disrespectful and citing leadership failures.
Anderson’s 704 Test wickets put him above Warne and Muralitharan, cementing his legacy as the fastest bowler to surpass 700.
With his England contract already ended in 2024, Anderson now faces a sudden free‑agent search, while Lancashire’s future strategy remains unclear.
Next up, the club will host the County Championship opener against Yorkshire, while Anderson scouts new county options.