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  1. Goodbye, Jimmy!published at 13:15 British Summer Time 12 July

    So, it's time to say goodbye to the first Test of the summer and, most importantly, to Jimmy Anderson.

    Thank you for joining us on this emotional rollercoaster and for sharing your Jimmy memories over the last three days.

    The three-match series continues on Thursday 18 July at Trent Bridge, with the West Indies looking to bounce back from a very poor performance, and it'll be the first look at England's plans post-Anderson - Dillon Pennington and Matthew Potts are the other seamers in the squad that could come in.

    Until then, there's plenty of content to keep you going. You can read Stephan Shemilt's match report if you missed any of this morning's action, and there are highlights from Today at the Test on BBC Four at 19:00 BST.

    There will also be a special Anderson-themed Test Match Special podcast on BBC Sounds later this afternoon.

    Thanks again for your company, and we look forward to you joining us soon!

  2. 'Wins in Australia and India what I will remember forever' - Andersonpublished at 13:13 British Summer Time 12 July

    More from Jimmy Anderson, speaking at the presentation: "It has been an amazing 20 years. I have been quite overwhelmed with the reaction of the crowd this week. It has been really special I appreciate everyone coming out and supporting us.

    "To get a win and to contribute to a win it is literally every time I have put on this shirt been about trying to win games for England.

    "It [the week] has been different. The emotions have been up and down. Seeing my girls ringing bell on day one, walking out today with both teams lined up was emotional. I forgot what I was doing with the ball for that first ball.

    "Winning series and Test matches has been the only thing I have been interested in. Winning in Australia, winning in India, becoming the number one side on world and contributing to those series as well. They are the things I will remember forever."

  3. 'One of the 'Goats' of English cricket'published at 13:10 British Summer Time 12 July

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    England captain Ben Stokes, to Test Match Special: "A lot of people turned up to watch us but it was great to send Jimmy off the way he deserves. We weren't quite banking on it to finish on day three but it is an amazing crowd. He is one of the 'GOATs' of English cricket.

    "We had Gus Atkinson on debut with a chance of getting a 10-fer and Jimmy in his last game. It would have been an amazing end for him to take the last wicket like his great mate Stuart Broad but the one positive is no-one will lose sleep over it as he is the one who dropped it, he only has himself to blame."

    On Gus Atkinson: "Unbelievable. The first time I saw him in person was against India at the World Cup. I had seen him on TV before but when you observe someone in person you get an understanding. He isn't just about out-and-out pace, he has the skill as well. His ceiling is so high. Jamie Smith as well, two players having excellent debuts."

    A near-perfect performance?: "Absolutely. We dominated the game. But we had to work really hard for that. We went through periods where we had to make things happen. So we are very pleased."

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    Nunya Bisnis: The GOAT! The greatest fast bowler EVER & NOBODY will overtake his 704 wickets. Oh, Jimmy, Jimmy! Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy Anderson.

  5. 'We couldn't start with a better performance' - Stokespublished at 13:04 British Summer Time 12 July

    England captain Ben Stokes: A really good start. It has been a long time in between games let alone series so to put in a performance like that it is very clinical, batting, bowling and in particular in the field. I don't think we could start the Test summer with a better performance as a team.

    "Before the game starts it is always amazing seeing two young lads with a boat load of talent receive those caps. For them to go on and put performances in like they did is very pleasing. They are two guys with a very high ceiling. The future for those two is looking very good."

    On Atkinson: "I don't want to earmark him as someone with out-and-out pace. He is incredibly skillful. He has taken 12 wickets on debut at Lord's. We have seen a lot of potential in him going back to the 50-over World Cup. It is very exciting."

    On his own bowling: "Great to be back and to contribute with the ball. I felt in really good rhythm."

  6. Postpublished at 13:02 British Summer Time 12 July

    Stephan Shemilt
    BBC Sport chief cricket writer at Lord's

    The video tribute to Jimmy Anderson at Lord's has somehow just been interrupted from audio of Wimbledon TV coverage played across the ground.

  7. 'It has been overwhelming to see the reaction of people'published at 12:59 British Summer Time 12 July

    More from James Anderson, speaking to Test Match Special: "To see Lord's full and play like we did, a dominant performance. It was a placid surface and we had to run in hard to get anything out of it.

    On his reception from the crowd: "It was incredible. Even walking out to bat. I am gutted I didn't get to play one more reverse-sweep. It has been overwhelming to see the reaction of people this week. I didn't expect it. You don't think you deserve it as a player, so it has been incredible."

    On what is next: "It is difficult to know. I have never retired before so it is hard to think about how you will feel. It is good that I am sticking with the group all summer. We have a group of talented young bowlers who can have a great career at this level. So this is my job for the rest of the summer.

    "At some point I will sit down and reflect on my career I've never really done that you are always thinking about the next series and next game."

    On the support from his family: "I don't think anyone can play Test cricket without having that support network behind them. Parents driving you around as a kid, family at home when you are going on tour for long spells, it can be tough. Without that support I would not have achieved what I have.

    "We talked about creating memories as a team, so for my family to create memories this week - my girls ringing the bell is really special. They have played as a big a role as I have."

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    Elliott: In the time James Anderson has been bowling, many like myself have:

    1. Left education2. ⁠Got a job3. ⁠Got a house4. ⁠Got married5. ⁠Had kidsAnd yet with all these changes in our lives, we all had one consistent. It was his bowling, his wickets, batting at 10 and somehow making everyone believe when all was dark. Words and superlatives can only say so much. Thank you Jimmy, what a hero and inspiration to millions!

  9. 'It feels really special'published at 12:53 British Summer Time 12 July

    James Anderson, speaking to Test Match Special: "I'm a bit overwhelmed actually. I have been all week. Walking to the ground, taking to the field. The crowd, the players. It has been amazing. It feels really special.

    "It is special to win and to contribute as well. I'm happy I got a couple of top-order batters out in the second innings."

    On his dropped catch: "It would have been nice to get that catch. I should have got two hands to it. It was an awkward height and didn't stick. But I'm just happy we got the win. I am also buzzing for Gus. He has been around the group for a while now. He has worked really hard and to see him go out there and perform like that is amazing."

    On an emotional week: "I have been using hayfever as an excuse all week. There's been a few moments when it has been emotional. My daughters ringing the bell, walking out this morning. When I ran up to bowl my first ball I was in a daze and had not even thought where I was going to bowl."

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    Charlie Wetton: Bold claim, but Jimmy is the best British sportsman of the millenium, not just cricket.

  11. 'I won't miss him at all'published at 12:47 British Summer Time 12 July

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    West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite: "We disappointed ourselves with the bat. We didn't come to the party at all in both innings. With the ball we could be better but a positive is we bowled them out.

    "We have a lot of ability and talent. This is the world stage. I believe in the guys. For them it is just to stay mentally strong. After defeat there is pressure, yes, but you have to be strong mentally.

    "We lost the first Test [in Australia] and came back and showed some fight. We have got to stay mentally tough and fight hard."

    On Anderson: "He is a legend of the game. I won't miss him at all!"

  12. 'An incredible week'published at 12:44 British Summer Time 12 July

    England bowler Gus Atkinson after his 12 wickets: "It has been an incredible week. I just want to say thanks to Jimmy. Playing here in his last Test has been incredible."

    Asked if he grow up idolising Jimmy Anderson: "100%. Growing up Jimmy was someone I would come to Lord's and watch. I was standing at mid-off thinking I had seen that so many times on the TV. It was amazing."

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    Jimmy: I have to say that I had a tear in my eye, and that is very rare, watching Jimmy Anderson this morning. How English cricket is going to miss this legend.

    Shouldn't you be getting on with your post-match interviews, Jim?!

  14. Postpublished at 12:38 British Summer Time 12 July

    Not to forget, Gus Atkinson is named player of the match for his sensational 12-106 in the match.

    The circle of life, and all that!

  15. 'We will see where life takes us'published at 12:36 British Summer Time 12 July

    James Anderson, speaking to Sky Sports, about what he will miss most: "The feeling we have got now of winning a Test match. There is no better feeling. Everyone has put in the graft. Sharing other people's success as well. Gus was amazing. Jamie Smith on debut as well, incredible. To get to sit in here after a win and celebrate those performances is an incredible thing I am definitely going to miss."

    And on the future and potentially playing again for Lancashire: Can I enjoy my pint first? I have not thought that far ahead. I will stick ahead for the summer to try help the bowling group as much as I can. We will see where life takes us."

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    Abinash Das: James Anderson - The epitome of grace, skills and silent execution without fuss or fanfare with sheer longevity in test cricket.

  17. Postpublished at 12:31 British Summer Time 12 July

    Michael Vaughan
    Former England captain on Test Match Special

    James Anderson is such a shy person. All this attention now for the next 45 minutes, over the 21 years I think this is going to be his worst moment.

  18. Postpublished at 12:28 British Summer Time 12 July

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    India legend Sachin Tendulkar on X: Hey Jimmy! You've bowled the fans over with that incredible 22-year spell. Here's a little wish as you bid goodbye. It has been a joy to watch you bowl - with that action, speed, accuracy, swing and fitness. You've inspired generations with your game. Wish you a wonderful life ahead with good health and happiness as you put those new shoes on for the most important spell of your life - the time with family.

  19. 'Playing for England is the best job in the world'published at 12:25 British Summer Time 12 July

    James Anderson speaking to Sky Sports in the England dressing room: "I am still gutted I dropped that catch. It has been an amazing week. I have been overwhelmed by the reaction. I am just proud of what I have achieved.

    Asked if he has held his emotions together: "I think I have. This morning was quite emotional with the two teams and the reaction of the crowd. I am still trying to hold them [the tears] back. I am just really proud. Playing for 20 years is an incredible effort. I am happy I have made it this far and stayed injury free.

    "Playing for England is the best job in the world so I am lucky to have been able to do it for a long time."

  20. Postpublished at 12:24 British Summer Time 12 July

    Jonathan Agnew
    BBC cricket correspondent

    From my time working with him, he tends to function better after a pint.