Former England batsman Geoffrey Boycott, while hailing James Anderson as the country's best bowler since Ian Botham, has urged the seamer to zip it up and bowl in light of his controversy with India's Ravindra Jadeja.
Judicial commissioner Gordon Lewis last week cleared Anderson of breaching the International Cricket Council (ICC)'s code of conduct after he clashed with Jadeja during the first Test at Trent Bridge that ended in a draw.
The International Cricket Council confirmed that they would not appeal against the decision to clear Anderson over claims that he pushed and abused Jadeja with India alleging that the quarrel had escalated into a physical confrontation inside the pavilion, Sport24 reported.
Boycott, while urging Anderson to modify his behaviour said that the Lancashire seamer should reflect on whether he wants to be remembered as one of the all-time great English seam bowlers or a foul-mouthed abusive bowler.
Boycott said that to him it is a no-brainer and added that Anderson should zip it up and bowl.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app