Who is James Anderson's wife and why does she call herself widow? Here's the reason

Legendary England fast bowler James Anderson's glorious 21-year-long career has come to an end. He would be retiring as the highest-wicket-taking pacer in the history of Test Cricket. Even at the age of 41, he has the ability to perform against the best of competition at the biggest possible stages. He has been married to former model Daniella Lloyd and both of them are parents to two amazing daughters. Anderson has been vocal about how his wife has been a leading force behind his long career and how she has constantly motivated him to play more and more cricket. However, despite being happily married for almost two decades, Daniella calls herself a widow. Let us know why she refers to herself like that.

Why Daniella Lloyd calls herself a widow?

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Daniella Lloyd and James Anderson met each other in 2004 in London's nightclub. Both of them got married to each other in 2006. Daniella Lloyd has mentioned herself as a 'cricket and golf widow'. She has mentioned that as a joke because of James Anderson's love for both sports.

Anderson shatters many records

Anderson is not only the highest wicket-taking pacer but he has also shattered some massive records in his farewell Test. He also became the fast bowler with the most wickets bowled in Test cricket and across all formats. He now has bowled 40000 balls in Test Cricket and 50000 balls across all formats during the 1st Test between England and West Indies at the Lords Cricket Ground in London. Anderson has run more than 800 km with his run-up alone in red-ball cricket.

James Anderson will go down in history as one the greatest to play the game. A legend with a legendary career. An individual who has inspired millions and will continue to inspire millions in the coming days. Most probably it will be impossible to replicate what this great has done in this cricketing world.

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