Anderson returns for SA Tests

James Anderson was recalled by England yesterday for their upcoming tour of South Africa after recovering from a calf injury, while his fellow bowler Mark Wood and wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow also returned to the squad.

The opening match of the four-Test series starts on December 26 at Centurion.

The 37-year-old Anderson, England’s all-time leading wicket-taker, last played internationally in the first Ashes Test against Australia at Edgbaston in August before pulling up after bowling only four overs.