England is in the driving spot as Anderson’s last match is overshadowed by Atkinson’s 7-fer. WI were bowled out for 121 with Anderson taking the last wicket.
Anderson’s last match in test cricket
With a legacy of 188 test matches followed by a whooping number of 701 wickets, surely one of the best careers is about to end as England leads by 68 in Anderson’s last match. Even though Guss Atkinson stole the show with his 7-wicket haul on his debut but crowd roared as Anderson took the last wicket.
England vs West Indies 1st Test Match Day 1 recap
West Indies batted first on a cloudy day with a struggling start. Guss Atkinson took the charge before lunch as he also bowled a triple wicket maiden over. WI collapsed for 121. In reply England opener Ben Duckett went early on an out-swinging ball by Searle’s. Ollie Pope and Zak Crawley remain resilient scoring 57 and 76. England are now 68 runs ahead on 189-3.
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