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'You've inspired generations': The cricketing world reacts to James Anderson's retirement

An emotional James Anderson walks off the field PA Images via Getty Images

After over 21 years at the top, James Anderson's international career came to a close on Friday with England trouncing West Indies by an innings and 114 runs at Lord's. Anderson finished with 991 international wickets but it was in the Test arena where he really dominated. In 188 Tests, he picked up 704 wickets to finish third on the all-time wicket-taker's list. Here is how the world reacted to his retirement.