# Lancashire decline new contract for James Anderson, 44

Lancashire have not offered James Anderson a new contract, putting the 44-year-old's county future in doubt. The former England fast bowler is one of the sport's most decorated players, making his potential departure a notable moment for the county.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/cmy0ek8vnxzko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:35:42 GMT
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/oct/21/jimmy-anderson-set-to-retire-from-cricket-lancashire-contract) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:27:54 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/cm8xz10571lro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:47:51 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/c3qjng48exxwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:03:17 GMT