Not Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma! James Anderson names former India captain as best Batter he ever Bowled

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James Anderson, England's legendary fast bowler, is set to retire from international cricket after the 1st Test against West Indies.

Anderson, who is set to play the final Test of his career in the first game of a three-match series against West Indies at Lord's, shared his thoughts during a Q&A session with SKY Sports.

The England legend has been at the thick of international cricket for the past two decades. Over the years, he has bowled to many international greats. From the legends of the yesteryears like Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis to the present greats such Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Steve Smith and others.

But when asked about the most challenging batter he bowled in his career, Anderson took the name of India legend Sachin Tendulkar. He responded without hesitation, "The best batter I would have to say is Sachin Tendulkar."

When it came to naming the toughest bowlers he has faced, Anderson mentioned two legends.

"The best bowler I faced was probably Glenn McGrath or Dale Steyn. Hard to pick between the two. Slightly different bowlers, but both world-class," he said.

Anderson's illustrious career spans over two decades, during which he has represented England in 187 Test matches and claimed 700 wickets. His remarkable achievements make him one of the most successful bowlers in cricket history.

In addition to his Test success, Anderson is also England's most successful ODI bowler, with 269 wickets to his name. As he prepares for his farewell Test match, he aims to surpass Shane Warne on the list of highest wicket-takers.

Reflecting on his career and achievements, Anderson's admiration for Tendulkar and respect for McGrath and Steyn offer a glimpse into his experiences facing some of cricket's finest players.