Ashes 2023: Getting my 600th wicket on the James Anderson End was particular, says Stuart Broad
2 min readBy India Today Sports Desk: Stuart Broad stated that choosing up his 600th wicket in Test cricket on the James Anderson End was a particular feeling. On Wednesday, July 19, Broad turned the fifth bowler within the format with 600 or extra Test wickets, together with legends Muttiah Muralitharan (800), Shane Warne (708), James Anderson (688), and Anil Kumble (619).
Broad dismissed Australia’s Travis Head and propelled himself into an unique membership of elite bowlers. The speedster achieved the milestone within the fourth Test within the ongoing Ashes at Old Trafford in Manchester.
“There were a few hugs and handshakes, certainly from staff who have been in the changing room longer than me. It has a nice ring to it – getting my 600th [wicket] at the James Anderson End,” Broad was quoted as saying to Sky Cricket.
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ADDICTED TO TESTS
Broad’s achievement is not only a private triumph but in addition a major second for English cricket. He surpassed Sir Ian Botham’s haul of 148 versus Australia, setting a brand new England report with 149 dismissals towards the outdated enemy.
“It was a special feeling. When I went past Glenn McGrath – my hero growing up – that was really cool. I am not saying I am at that level of bowler, but I suppose it’s a sign of longevity.”
Broad’s dedication to the sport is clear, as he never saw simply playing Test cricket as an achievement, but rather aimed to make memories, win big series, and experience a lot.
“I like Test cricket, I’m hooked on it. I like the grit and competitiveness of it. It feels nice to be on a listing with legends of the sport,” he stated.
“I by no means felt like getting my Test cap was the dream. I wished to make reminiscences in it, win large sequence and expertise rather a lot. That was my mindset. I by no means felt like taking part in Test cricket was an achievement. I really feel very fortunate to have performed with some nice gamers in some nice groups,” Broad added.
