The 38-year-old Broad represented England in international cricket from 2006 to 2023, playing his final game, an Ashes Test against Australia, in July of the previous year.
The unveiling ceremony was a momentous occasion, with Broad’s parents in attendance to witness their son’s remarkable achievement. The England Cricket Board took to social media to share the special moment, posting, “Special moments at Trent Bridge for @StuartBroad8 Unveiling ‘The Stuart Broad End’ alongside his Mum and Dad.”
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Broad’s illustrious career spanned 344 international matches, during which he claimed an impressive 847 wickets at an average of 27.83, with his best bowling figures being an outstanding 8/15.
His remarkable feat places him as the seventh-highest wicket-taker in international cricket history and England’s second-highest wicket-taker, behind his long-time bowling partner, James Anderson, who has taken 991 wickets.
While primarily known for his prowess with the ball, Broad also contributed significantly with the bat, amassing 4,309 runs at an average of 16.44, including one century and 13 half-centuries. His batting prowess was particularly evident in Test cricket, where he scored 3,662 runs at an average of 18.03, with his highest score being an impressive 169.
Broad’s dominance in Test cricket was unparalleled, as he claimed 604 wickets at an average of 27.68, with his best figures being the same as his overall career-best of 8/15. He currently stands as the fifth-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket and England’s second-highest wicket-taker in the format, behind Anderson, with whom he formed a formidable pace duo over the years.
Notably, Broad’s retirement coincided with that of his long-time bowling partner, Anderson, who announced his retirement from international cricket after England’s victory in the first Test against the West Indies at Lord’s. England currently leads the three-match Test series after winning the opening match by an innings and 114 runs.