On James Anderson Retirement, Sachin Tendulkar's Tribute Breaks The Internet

As England great James Anderson ended his over two-decade long career on Friday, legendary Sachin Tendulkar paid a handsome tribute to his ‘old foe', saying it was a “joy to watch” him bowl. The 41-year-old Anderson walked away with impressive numbers of 704 wickets from 188 Tests with 32 five-wicket hauls after England defeated the West Indies by an innings 114 runs at Lord's. “Hey Jimmy! You've bowled the fans over with that incredible 22-year spell. Here's a little wish as you bid goodbye,” Tendulkar wrote on his ‘X' account.

“It has been a joy to watch you bowl - with that action, speed, accuracy, swing and fitness. You've inspired generations with your game,” he added.

Tendulkar, who retired in 2013, wished Anderson to have a wonderful time with his family away from the rushes of professional cricket.

“Wish you a wonderful life ahead with good health and happiness as you put those new shoes on for the most important spell of your life - the time with family,” wrote Tendulkar.

Hey Jimmy!

You've bowled the fans over with that incredible 22-year spell. Here's a little wish as you bid goodbye.

It has been a joy to watch you bowl - with that action, speed, accuracy, swing and fitness. You've inspired generations with your game.

Wish you a wonderful life… pic.twitter.com/ETp2e6qIQ1

The respect was mutual was Anderson had termed the Indian batting maestro as the “best bowler” he bowled against in his career.

“The best batter I would have to say is Sachin Tendulkar. I don't remember having a specific game plan against Sachin Tendulkar. Once he came on, I would just think that I cannot bowl a bad ball here, he was that kind of player.

“He was a key for India as well. If you get him out in India, the whole atmosphere, in the