The legendary England James Anderson said he feels in a place where he shares his name along with the Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar for Trophy England VS India Test Series. The England’s VS India trophy has recently been renamed from “Pataudi Trophy” to “Anderson-Tendelkar Trophy” after two legends from the countries.
After gaining honor, Anderson revealed to feel a little in place His name together with Tendulkar from absolute respect for the Indian legend. The former sailor continued to say that he still feels strange when people talk about their records because he cannot believe what he has achieved.
“I feel completely in place when I see with him with the trophy. As I said, I keep him in such a high respect. It is strange that when people talk about what I have achieved in cricket, as if I hear about it as if someone else was talking about someone else.
Previously, after his name on the trophy, Anderson called it a proud moment for his family.
“It’s a proud moment for me and my family to have this iconic series named after Sachin and me. The rivalry between our two nations has always been something special, full of history, intensity and unforgettable moments,” Anderson said.
Anderson set the standard in his test career against India. In 39 matches he took 149 goals on average 25.47, including six five goals. He ended his career as the third highest goal in the history of tests with 704 goals out of 188 matches on average 26.45 and economy 2.79.
Meantime, The Pataudi family will continue to be associated with the India-ENGLAND test series. The newly authorized Pataudi medal will be presented to the winning captain of each England test series – India, starting with the release of 2025. England currently leads 2-1 in a series of five matches and the fourth test will start from 23 July in Old, Trafford in Manchester.
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Published:
Rishabh beniwal
Published on:
20th July 2025
