June 18, 2026
England last won the Ashes in 2015 and have not won a series in Australia since 2011
Having made more than 300 career first-class appearances, he will head into 2026 looking to add to his tally of 1,143 wickets
If Anderson plays this season, he will become the second-oldest player in the competition's history
The England cricket board praises his extraordinary contribution to the sport