Former England bowler James Anderson has signed for Surrey for the 2027 cricket season after leaving Lancashire last month. The one-year agreement extends the 44-year-old’s playing career with a London county team. Surrey expects him to be available throughout the campaign, and director of cricket Alec Stewart highlighted the experience he brings to younger bowlers.
Former England cricket bowler James Anderson has joined Surrey after leaving Lancashire last month. The London county has signed him for one season, covering the 2027 campaign. Anderson is 44 and turns 45 in July. His new agreement follows a Surrey offer made the previous week and allows him to continue playing after his long association with Lancashire ended.[1], [2]
Surrey director of cricket Alec Stewart highlighted Anderson’s experience and the support he could offer younger bowlers. Stewart was still an England player when Anderson made his international debut in 2002. Surrey said the signing makes Anderson available throughout the season, useful for a squad whose England players can be away on international duty during the county campaign.[1]
Anderson expressed enthusiasm about getting to know new team-mates and playing at The Oval, Surrey’s ground. His arrival coincides with a change in the coaching staff. Gareth Batty left the head-coach position last month to join Chennai Super Kings. Surrey had yet to name a replacement when Anderson’s move was announced, with the experienced bowler now added to the squad.[1]
