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Xtra Time Web Desk: James Anderson, the veteran England seamer, has praised legendary India batter Sachin Tendulkar as the greatest he’s ever bowled against. Anderson, who is set to retire from Test cricket after the ongoing first Test against West Indies at Lord’s, has had a remarkable career spanning 21 years. The 41-year-old has played the second most number of Tests in history, with 188 matches to his name, and has taken 700 wickets at an average of 26.52 and an economy rate of 2.79.

Throughout his illustrious career, Anderson has dismissed numerous legendary batters, including Tendulkar. When asked about the greatest batter he has bowled against, Anderson did not hesitate to name Tendulkar. This acknowledgment from Anderson underscores Tendulkar's exceptional skill and impact on the game, even among his peers.

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 “The best batter I would have to say is Sachin Tendulkar," Anderson told Sky Sports.

Notably, Anderson had several memorable moments against Tendulkar in Tests having dismissed him nine times. Along with Tendulkar, Anderson has also dismissed Kane Williamson, Steve Smith, Michael Clarke and Azhar Ali nine times in his career.

The batter Anderson has dismissed most number of times in his illustrious career is India’s Cheteshwar Pujara dismissing him a whopping 13 times. Former Australia opener David Warner has been also dismissed ten times by the veteran England seamer.

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Anderson recalls his highest Test score vs India

Further speaking ahead, Anderson also called Michael Clarke’s dismissal from Ashes 2013 at Trent Bridge as his favourite wicket. The right-arm seamer beat the then-Australia captain’s outside edge to hit the top of his off stump with a dream delivery.

James Anderson, born in Lancashire, has also highlighted his innings of 81 as the proudest achievement of his career. This notable innings came during the first Test against India in 2014 at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. With England struggling at 298/9 and trailing India by 159 runs, Anderson joined forces with Joe Root to stage a remarkable comeback. The duo added a world-record 198 runs for the last wicket, with Root remaining unbeaten on 154.

Anderson's contribution of 81 runs off 130 balls, featuring 17 fours, marked his only half-century in Test cricket. This innings not only showcased his resilience and determination but also played a crucial role in England's fightback in the match.

As Anderson approaches his final Test, he will be keen to retire on a high note. With 700 wickets to his name, he has the opportunity to surpass the legendary Shane Warne's tally of 708 wickets, which would make him the second-highest wicket-taker in the history of Test cricket.

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