James Anderson's 600: 'This milestone is just greatness'

Cricketers around the world congratulated James Anderson on becoming the first fast bowler to 600 Test wickets

26-Aug-2020

James Anderson became the first fast bowler - and fourth overall - to the milestone of 600 Test wickets. Fellow cricketers applauded his achievement on social media.

Pacers sang praise.

Just take a moment to appreciate how good Jimmy is
600! You're amazing bro! @jimmy9 #600
— Dale Steyn (@DaleSteyn62) August 25, 2020

Slow and steady gets the milestone?

Anil Kumble welcomes Anderson to the 600 club.

Former batsmen spoke of Anderson's longevity and perseverance. He's bowled the most among pace bowlers in Test cricket.

What an incredible achievement @jimmy9! Many congratulations on your feat.

wickets in Test Cricket over a span of 17 years for a fast bowler is a testament to your grit, perseverance and accurate bowling. pic.twitter.com/nQok5bgbOG
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 25, 2020

Well done james Anderson @jimmy9 .. this milestone is just greatness ..156 test matches as fast bowler is just unthinkable..u will make every young fast bowler believe that greatness is achievable .@bcci @ECB_cricket
— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) August 25, 2020

Words of appreciation from current opposition batsmen followed.

Congrats James Anderson @jimmy9
First fast bowler in history to take 600 Test wickets.
You are a nightmare for any openers in world cricket..... #ENGvPAK
— (@IamDimuth) August 25, 2020

A true ambassador of the game.

#600JA Couldn't be a greater ambassador for Test Cricket than James Anderson! He's an excellent example to young kids that to win a Cricket Oscar be great in Test Cricket!
— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) August 25, 2020

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