James Michael Anderson was born on July 30, 1982, in Burnley, Lancashire, England. He spent most of his childhood in the United Kingdom and attended St. Mary's School, later continuing his education at St. Theodore’s RC High School, also located in Burnley. While details about his family background remain private, Anderson has consistently maintained a low profile regarding his personal life.
Although it is unclear when Anderson first developed an interest in cricket, he began playing at a young age and progressed through the ranks of the Lancashire League. In 2002, he made his debut in first-class cricket with Lancashire, quickly establishing himself as a promising fast bowler. That same year, he received the NBC Denis Compton Award, which recognizes talented young cricketers.
Anderson made his international debut in a One Day International (ODI) against Australia in 2002. He impressed early on and was awarded his County Cap for Lancashire. In 2003, he played in the ICC Cricket World Cup and was named Man of the Match in a game against Pakistan for his outstanding performance. Later that year, he made his Test debut against Zimbabwe, a match where he again delivered a notable performance. That same year, he was honored as Young Cricketer of the Year.
Despite an injury in 2006 that sidelined him for part of the season, Anderson returned to international play and was selected for both the 2007 and 2011 Cricket World Cups, delivering solid performances in both tournaments. Known for his unique and effective bowling action, Anderson remained a regular figure in England’s bowling attack across formats.
| Birth Date: | 30 Jul, 1982 |
| Age: | 37 yrs |
| Occupations: | Cricketer |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Burnley |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English cricketer, born 1982 |
| Net Worth 2021: | 8.2 million |
