Rob Key says English cricket will "have to do without Jimmy Anderson" after the fast bowler calls time on his legendary career against West Indies at Lord's in July.

Pace bowler James Anderson's decision to call time on his 21-year illustrious career was the right one as England are looking to build a team for the future, managing director of the country's cricket team Robert Key said.

Key, the managing director of the England men's teams, regularly meets players for appraisals and told Anderson that they should meet in person. "When we made the decision and we

Anderson, the most prolific seamer in Test history, is set for a farewell appearance against the West Indies at Lord’s in July.