Stuart Broad criticizes Lancashire's treatment of James Anderson
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 5:48 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
Stuart Broad condemned Lancashire's decision not to renew James Anderson's contract, labeling the treatment of the 44-year-old bowler as "pretty disrespectful." Anderson's storied career with the club came to an end after 26 years, despite taking 50 wickets last season and serving as captain. New director of cricket Paul Farbrace seeks to rebuild a struggling team that finished second bottom in Division Two of the County Championship. The club acknowledged the need for a proper farewell for Anderson amid ongoing fan unrest and criticism of leadership decisions. Broad highlighted that other counties might express interest in signing Anderson as he considers his next steps.
- •James Anderson's contract not renewed after 26 years with Lancashire.
- •Anderson took 50 wickets last season and acted as captain.
- •Paul Farbrace wants to rebuild the struggling team for the future.
- •Lancashire's leadership faced criticism for the handling of the situation.
- •Broad noted that interest from other counties in Anderson is likely.
- 5:48 PMYahoo Sports — Lancs treatment of Anderson 'disrespectful' - Broad
- 5:47 PMBBC Sport — Lancashire treatment of Anderson disrespectful - Broad
"Lancashire have been "pretty disrespectful" in their treatment of legendary bowler James Anderson, says his long-time England bowler partner Stuart Broad.
"Lancashire have been "pretty disrespectful" in their treatment of legendary bowler James Anderson, says his long-time England bowler partner Stuart Broad.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 5:48 PMLancs treatment of Anderson 'disrespectful' - Broad
Lancashire have been "pretty disrespectful" in their treatment of legendary bowler James Anderson, says his long-time England bowler partner Stuart Broad.
- BBC SportOct 27, 2026, 5:47 PMLancashire treatment of Anderson disrespectful - Broad
Lancashire have been "pretty disrespectful" in their treatment of legendary bowler James Anderson, says his long-time England bowler partner Stuart Broad.
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