James Anderson begins final Test as family rings ceremonial bell at Lord's

James Anderson is playing his final Test match for England against the West Indies at Lord's today.

The opening day of the first Test against the West Indies at Lord's was marked by a special moment when Anderson's family rang the ceremonial bell, signaling the start of play. This bell, located outside the Bowlers' Bar of the Lord's Pavilion, has become a cherished tradition in Test cricket.

Anderson's retirement marks the end of an era in English cricket. Having made his international debut in 2002, he has seen the sport evolve from the dominance of Test cricket to the rise of T20 leagues. As he prepares for his 188th Test, the right-arm fast bowler boasts an astounding 700 Test wickets. He needs just 13 more to become the first fast bowler and third cricketer overall to reach 1000 international wickets. Even nine wickets in his farewell Test would see him surpass Shane Warne's tally of 708, making Anderson the second-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket history.

This final match at Lord's is not just the end of a remarkable career but also a celebration of Anderson's incredible contributions to cricket.