English bowler James Anderson and Indian captain Virat Kohli have an open discussion on the fourth day of the second LV = Insurance Test Match between England and India at Lord’s Cricket Ground on August 15, 2021 in London, England.
But the Burnley captain has some work to do before he can see club legend Jimmy Anderson in action at Old Trafford.
That’s because the 35-year-old and his teammates will be performing first at the Lancashire County Cricket Club home.
England’s second oldest test venue, which hosted the first Ashes test on these shores in July 1884, will host the LCFKO Cup final on Sunday.
Burnley CC Skipper Dan Pickup
Burnley CC Skipper Dan PickupThe Lancashire League defending champions, who secured a six-wicket win over Middleton and a four-wicket win at Crompton to stay in the title fight, will take on Ormskirk.
“We are thrilled because this is the first time we have reached the finals of this competition,” said Pickup.
“We flirted with it a couple of times, but we’ve now been beaten twice in the semi-finals. The carrot at a final at Old Trafford was very motivating for us. “
Pickup will be from the stands to see if Anderson – who has a booth named after him at the venue – can expand his 626 wickets to reach Shane Warne’s total (708).
However, he looks forward to writing a little bit of history beforehand.
“I’ve been to Old Trafford many times to see cricket. I’m there to see the test match on September 10th.
“I’ve been there many times as a supporter and never thought I’d have the opportunity to play there. It will feel strange and may take some getting used to.
“These opportunities are the culmination of any amateur cricketer’s career.
“For some of us this only happens once in a lifetime. For most, it’s the only chance to play on such a ground.
“It will not get better; It is something that you always dream of. Everyone has the ambition to become a professional, but few make it in reality. It’s pretty unique. Now there is a trophy at stake that we have never won! “
