STUART BROAD has announced he is retiring from Cricket.
The England Ashes hero will call time on his glittering 17-year career once the fifth test of the series concludes.
AFPEngland hero Stuart Broad has announced his retirement[/caption]
The 37-year-old shocked viewers by announcing the move on Sky Sports at the end of the third day of the Oval Test.
Broad revealed he only made the call on Friday evening before informing Ben Stokes and Jimmy Anderson of his decision.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Broad said: “Yeah, tomorrow or Monday will be my last game of Cricket.
“It’s been a wonderful ride and a huge privilege to wear the Nottinghamshire and England badge as much as I have.
“I’m loving Cricket as much as I ever have, it’s been such a wonderful series to be a part of and I’ve always wanted to finish at the top.”
Broad added that he had been thinking about the decision for a couple of weeks, but admitted he wanted his last bat and bowl to be in the Ashes.
Fans were left gutted by the call, with some calling on him to be knighted.
Taking to Twitter one fan wrote: “Awful news, he should be knighted.”
A second typed: “End of an era that Broad and Anderson will likely never play for England again. One of the best fast bowling duos ever.”
“Will go down as one of England’s greats ,” declared a third.
A fourth said: “What a servant of English cricket. An all-time great, take a bow Broady .”
Another added: “What a guy. Well played, Broady thanks for the ride.”
More to follow.
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