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James Anderson becomes 1st fast bowler to play 150 Tests

By Saurabh Sharma December 26, 2019 • 14:49 PM View: 913

Centurion, Dec 26: England's leading pacer James Anderson on Thursday became the first fast bowler in the history of Test cricket to make 150 appearances. He achieved the rare feat while making a return from injury during the first Test against South Africa beginning Thursday at the SuperSport Park.

The 37-year-old made a terrific comeback as he scalped Dean Elgar with the very first ball he bowled.

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