The Ashes: James Anderson Backs Ollie Robinson's Aggression Towards Australian Batters

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The 29-year-old pacer has copped a lot of criticism for his expletive-laden sendoff to Khawaja.

The Ashes: James Anderson Backs Ollie Robinsons Aggression Towards Australian Batters
Anderson claimed that Robinson bowls better when he is fired up.

England veteran seamer James Anderson defended teammate Ollie Robinson, who was involved in a fiery exchange with Australia opener Usman Khawaja. (More Cricket News)

The pacer has copped a lot of criticism for his expletive-laden sendoff to Khawaja.

"Ollie did nothing wrong when he had his moment with Khawaja. In fact, I stood at mid-off for most of the game and didn’t hear anything said by either team that was unacceptable," Anderson wrote.

"I don't want Ollie to change. I like him getting fired up. He bowls better when he is in that mood. From personal experience, I know I bowl better when I am a bit more aggressive and intense.

"It has revved up a few former Australia cricketers who have had a bit to say in the media. That's OK. I'm sure I will be doing that as an ex-player. 

"You have to keep your name in the papers and keep getting a job. It is to be expected. More and more people will come out of the woodwork with that kind of stuff as the series goes on."

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