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England bowler James Anderson signs new two-year deal with Lancashire

England bowler James Anderson extends his stay with Lancashire by signing a new two-year deal.

England's leading wicket taker James Anderson has signed a new two-year deal with Lancashire.

The 33-year-old, who surpassed Sir Ian Botham's record of 383 wickets in March, has been playing for the county side since 2002.

Anderson's best bowling figures for Lancashire came last month when he took seven wickets for 71 in a Championship match against Essex.

Speaking about the new deal, Anderson told the club's official website: "I consider it an honour and a privilege every time I wear the Red Rose and I am delighted to sign a new deal with the county I grew up supporting. Last season was a great year for Lancashire and I'm looking forward to seeing us progress under Ashley [Giles] back in Division One."

Director and head coach Ashley Giles added: "Not only is Jimmy a world-class player but he is a fantastic ambassador for Lancashire County Cricket Club. His record speaks for itself on the international stage and he always performs to his highest level when he wears the Red Rose."

Anderson, who has taken 420 Test wickets in his career so far, has played in 109 Tests, 194 one-day internationals and 19 international Twenty20s.

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