5 Things You Did Not Know About James Anderson

He initially preferred rugby when he was young

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He holds the record for the most wickets by a pace bowler in Test cricket history

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He has launched his own menswear brand

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The nickname "Jimmy" was given to him by his coach during his early cricketing days

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Anderson is skilled at playing the guitar and often jams with teammates