'The best team that Ive played for...': Anderson speaks on Englands 2011 Ashes series winning unit
Anderson was speaking on Sky Sports about the landmark series win. In 2010-11 season, England crushed Australia by 3-1 in their own territory, their first win in Australia since 1986-87. It was their second-successive Ashes series win on the trot, with left-handed batter Andrew Strauss at the helm of a powerful England side.
Experienced star Anderson along with Stuart Broad, Chris Tremlett, Steven Finn Tim Bresnan formed a great pace unit. Graeme Swann was the spin powerhouse of the side. As far as batting was concerned, skipper Strauss, Alastair Cook, Kevin Pietersen, Ian Bell and Jonathan Trott formed a formidable group.
Speaking on Sky Sports about the side, Anderson said, "I think that was probably the best team that I have played in for for England. We had a group of players that were all reaching the the peak of their powers. We'd all played sort of 60 tests or more. So we had experience as well. And yeah, it was 24 years since we won in Australia and to win there and also for me personally to contribute especially, I had a bit of a sort of rough time leading up to that where I had not performed well away from England. So to do it in Australia and yeah to have a contribution towards a winning series was was great."
Anderson pointed out that all of their three wins were by an innings margin.
"We scored loads of runs. Alastair Cook was was amazing on that tour. I think he got 700 runs. So yeah, we we did it in a a great way," he added.
The 42-year-old also recalled flying back home to welcome his second daughter during a "greuelling" three month tour.
"So, like I I think I slept for like 2 weeks after when I got home. It was just an amazing amazing experience and it is hard to sort of describe when as I said we we have not won there for such a long time. We have not won there since. So, it is obviously a special thing to achieve," he added.
Cook (766 runs in five Tests at an average of 127.66, with three centuries and two fifties) and Anderson (24 wickets in five Tests averaging 26.04 with three four-fers) topped the batting and bowling charts.
England have a chance to achieve their first Ashes series win after 14 years in Australia once again, with the first Test starting at Perth from November 21 onwards. (ANI)
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India.com
22 minutes ago
- India.com
Pants Fractured Toe, Watson Bloodied Knee To Kumbles Broken Spell: Cricketers Who Played Despite Injuries
photoDetails english 2936504 Updated:Jul 25, 2025, 08:40 AM IST Valiant Heroes 1 / 8 On Day 2 of the 4th Test, Rishabh Pant exemplified remarkable courage. Despite sustaining a toe fracture that had him carted off the field on Day 1, he returned to bat. His valiant effort helped India reach a respectable total, showcasing his unwavering commitment. This performance stands as a testament to his fighting spirit. Here are such moments - Rishabh Pant: Battling Through Pain 2 / 8 Pant's decision to return to the crease, even with a confirmed toe fracture, highlighted his dedication to the team. His resilience under immense physical discomfort inspired teammates and fans alike. This act of bravery added another chapter to his reputation as a fearless cricketer. It was a true demonstration of playing through the pain barrier. Shane Watson: The Bloodied Knee 3 / 8 Shane Watson's performance in the IPL 2019 final for Chennai Super Kings is legendary. He batted with a bleeding knee, sustained during fielding, yet continued to smash boundaries. Despite the visible injury, he scored a breathtaking 80 runs, almost single-handedly winning the title. His sheer determination left an unforgettable mark. Anil Kumble: The Broken Jaw Spell 4 / 8 Anil Kumble displayed extraordinary grit during India's tour of West Indies in 2002. After breaking his jaw while batting, he returned to bowl 14 consecutive overs. With his head bandaged, he dismissed Brian Lara, showcasing immense courage and commitment to the team's cause. It remains one of cricket's most iconic acts of bravery. Steve Smith: The Ashes Concussion Battle (2019 5 / 8 During the 2019 Ashes series, Steve Smith faced a brutal bouncer that resulted in a concussion. Despite the severe blow, he returned to bat in the same Test, defying expectations. His determination to continue playing, even after such a serious injury, highlighted his incredible mental fortitude. He later missed a Test due to the concussion, but his initial return was remarkable. Rohit Sharma: Leading Through Niggles 6 / 8 Rohit Sharma, known for his elegant batting, has often played through various minor injuries and niggles. His commitment to leading the team, even when not at 100% physical fitness, underscores his dedication. He consistently puts the team's needs before his own comfort, a true mark of a resilient captain. His presence alone often inspires confidence. Glenn Maxwell: The World Cup 2023 Miracle 7 / 8 Glenn Maxwell delivered one of cricket's most astonishing innings during the 2023 World Cup against Afghanistan. Battling severe cramps, back spasms, and barely able to run, he scored an unbeaten 201. His heroic double century, largely hit on one leg, rescued Australia from certain defeat. This incredible display of resilience secured a famous victory and a semi-final spot. Nathan Lyon: The Hobbling Hero of Ashes 2023 8 / 8 Nathan Lyon suffered a significant calf injury during the Ashes 2023 series, ruling him out of bowling. However, in a crucial moment, he hobbled out to bat in the second innings, supporting his teammate Pat Cummins. His brave, one-legged walk to the crease and subsequent contribution, though small in runs, was a massive psychological boost. It was a testament to team spirit.
NDTV
an hour ago
- NDTV
Ravi Shastri Fumes 'Rubbish' After Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah, Anshul Kamboj Let England Off The Hook
After India notched 358 in the first innings on Day 2 of the fourth Test on Friday, all eyes were on Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Anshul Kamboj to deal England some crucial blows. Instead, England openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley scored at a healthy run-rate, even going over 5.50 runs per over at one point of time. Mohammed Siraj returned with figures of 58/0 in 10 overs, while debutant Anshul Kamboj's numbers read 48/1 in 10 overs. Jasprit Bumrah created chances but missed wickets. Jasprit Bumrah returned with figures of 37/0 in 13 overs. Former India coach Ravi Shastri was left fuming when Crawley hit Siraj for a four down the ground in the 12th over. "Just not consistent enough. They will look back at this session and see, especially some of the boundary deliveries, that it's pretty ordinary stuff, at times rubbish,' he said on air. When asked, if he would have used the same words as coach, Shastri said: 'Absolutely, maybe in better terms. Maybe get the local lingo in there, which can sound harsher. Some harsh words will be exchanged by the coach and the bowling coach. That's how he puts it across. It's different. If he can't, then you step in and say exactly the same.' Half centuries from Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley have put England in a commanding position after skipper Ben Stokes took his first five-wicket haul in eight years on day two of fourth Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test at Old Trafford on Thursday. At stumps, England reached 225/2 in 46 overs and trail India by 133 runs. Stokes' 5-72 helped England bowl out India for 358 – with Rishabh Pant coming out to bat and making a courageous 54 despite a fractured right foot - a knock that will be remembered for ages to come. Pant had retired hurt on 37, but his sheer willpower got him back at the crease – adding 17 more runs and ensuring India crossed 350-mark. Duckett (94) and Crawley (84) then put on a superb opening partnership of 166 off 195 balls to rattle India - falling before reaching their respective centuries. But with Joe Root and Ollie Pope unbeaten on 11 and 20 respectively, England will be confident to get a big score and take a first innings lead.
NDTV
an hour ago
- NDTV
'Handed' Rishabh Pant's Runs Back To England: Shubman Gill's Captaincy Blasted By Ex-Captain
India are on the backfoot in the fourth Test against England, despite a heroic half-century by Rishabh Pant. A mammoth 166-run partnership between openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley helped England score 225/2 at the end of the play on the second day against India in the ongoing fourth Test of the five-match series at Old Trafford in Manchester on Thursday. England trail India's total of 358 by just 133 runs. The Ben Stokes -led side began the third and final session of the second day from 77/0 with Duckett (43*) and Crawley (33*) unbeaten on the crease. On the first ball of the 19th over, bowled by right-arm seamer Shardul Thakur, Duckett brought his fifty as he hit a boundary. This boundary also brought up the hundred of the side. In the 21st over, Crawley completed his half-century as he slammed a boundary on the bowling of Shardul. In the 29th over, the England cricket team touched the 150-run mark as Duckett hit a boundary on the bowling of Mohammed Siraj. Former England captain Nasser Hussain was not at all happy with Gill's captaincy. 'Slightly changing conditions, but they bowled very poorly. A change in overhead conditions doesn't make you bowl both sides of the wicket. Too many balls on the pads. Captain's decisions… didn't quite agree with, to be honest. Kamboj wasn't in the squad a week ago, to bring him into the team and give him a new ball ahead of Siraj… seems odd,' Hussain said on Sky Sports. 'I would've gone for Siraj for a short burst, then switched him to the other end to follow Bumrah. We've all been talking about the green channel on the strip across… this is the end where Stokes bowled and got his fifer, and got uneven bounce and sideways movement. Everything that could go wrong has gone wrong.' 'Rishabh Pant went out there on one leg, and got valuable runs today. They've just handed those runs back to England,' said the former England captain, as he was visibly displeased with Gill's leadership in the session. England lost their first wicket in the 32nd over at the score of 166 as left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja dismissed Zak Crawley (84 runs off 113 balls). After Crawley's dismissal, right-hand batter Zak Crawley came out to bat in the middle. At the score of 197, England lost their second wicket. Debutant Anshul Kamboj grabbed his maiden Test wicket as he sent Duckett (94 runs from 100 balls) back to the pavilion, The team completed the 200-run mark in the 39th over as PPope slammed a boundary on the bowling of Kamboj. At the end of Day 2, England finished at 225/2 in their 46 overs. Before the end of play, both Pope and Root built an unbeaten 28(47) partnership. For the Shubman Gill -led side, one wicket each was grabbed by Kamboj (1/48 in 10 overs) and Jadeja (1/37 in 8 overs) in their respective spells. Earlier in the second session, the Shubman Gill-led side from 321/6 with Rishabh Pant (39*) and Washington Sundar (20*) unbeaten on the crease. In the 110th over, Team India lost two wickets as Sundar (27) and debutant Anshul Kamboj (0) were sent back to the pavilion by England skipper Ben Stokes when the side's score was 337. Pant completed his half-century on the first ball of the 112th over as he slammed a boundary on the bowling of Stokes. At the score of 349, India lost the wicket of Pant (54 runs off 75 balls) as he was cleaned up by right-arm seamer Jofra Archer. In the same over, the Shubman Gill-led side touched the 350-run mark. After Pant's dismissal, right-hand batter Mohammed Siraj (5*) came out to bat in the middle. On the first ball of the 115th over, India were bowled out at the score of 358 as right-hand batter Jasprit Bumrah (4) was dismissed by Archer. For the hosts, the pick of the bowlers was Stokes, who bagged a fifer in his spell of 24 overs, where he conceded 72 runs in his spell. Three wickets were snapped by Archer (3/73 in 26.1 overs), and one wicket each was grabbed by right-arm seamer Chris Woakes (1/66 in 23 overs) & left-arm spinner Liam Dawson (1/45 in 15 overs) in their respective spells. In reply to India's 358, openers Duckett and Crawley came out to bat on the crease. Both players started off the innings carefully, but later attacked the Indian bowlers, especially right-arm pacer Siraj (0/26 in 4 overs) and Kamboj (0/29 in 5 overs). Bumrah was also a little bit expensive as he gave away 22 runs in his first five overs. In the first session, the visitors managed to add just 57 runs in 22 overs, losing two important wickets along the way. Jofra Archer, who looked sharp from the start, gave England the perfect start by dismissing Ravindra Jadeja for 20. Shardul Thakur, known for his fighting spirit, showed great patience at the other end. He absorbed the pressure, punished the loose balls, and built a useful stand before England skipper Ben Stokes got the breakthrough by dismissing him for a well-made 41. The biggest moment of the session came when Rishabh Pant walked out to bat, limping and clearly in discomfort, yet determined. As he made his way to the middle, the crowd erupted with a huge roar. It was a sight that lifted Indian fans' spirits instantly. Brief Score: India 358 all out (Sai Sudarshan 61, Yashasvi Jaiswal 58; Ben Stokes 5/72) vs England 225/2 (Ben Duckett 94, Zak Crawley 84; Ravindra Jadeja 1/37).
