Stuart Broad

English fast bowler who took 604 Test wickets for England between 2007-2023, known for aggressive pace bowling and being part of multiple Ashes victories

Stuart Broad was one of England's greatest fast bowlers, forming a legendary partnership with James Anderson that made England's attack the most potent in world cricket. He took over 600 Test wickets and was part of four Ashes-winning England sides. His famous dismissal of Kevin Pietersen's former captain in England's 2013 Ashes win, and his match-winning nine-wicket haul at Trent Bridge in 2015, are among cricket's most celebrated moments.

Broad was a tall, aggressive fast bowler who utilized his 6'6" frame to generate steep bounce and movement off the pitch. He excelled at reverse swing bowling and was particularly effective with the older ball, often breaking partnerships when batsmen appeared settled. His competitive nature and ability to bowl hostile spells made him a captain's dream in Test cricket.

Broad's partnership with James Anderson formed one of the greatest bowling combinations in cricket history, helping establish England as a dominant Test force in the 2010s. His aggressive approach and match-winning performances inspired a generation of English fast bowlers.

• ICC Cricket World Cup 2010 (ICC World Twenty20, England)
• ICC World Twenty20 2010 winner with England
• Ashes Series winner 2009 (England vs Australia)
• Ashes Series winner 2010-11 (England in Australia)
• Ashes Series winner 2013 (England vs Australia)
• Ashes Series winner 2015 (England vs Australia)
• ICC Champions Trophy 2013 winner with England
• ICC Test Team of the Year 2011
• Wisden Cricketer of the Year 2013
• ICC Test Team of the Year 2016
• England Player of the Year 2016
• OBE awarded 2018 for services to cricket
• Ashes Series winner 2023 (England vs Australia, drawn series retained)
• ICC World Test Championship recognition with England