Stuart Broad Poised to be Knighthood: Reports

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In a momentous turn of events, the legendary England pacer Stuart Broad stunned fans by announcing his retirement from cricket during the third day of the fifth Ashes Test series against Australia at The Oval in London.

 
The 37-year-old cricketer, with an illustrious career comprising 166 Tests and tally of over 600 wickets, expressed his desire to bow out at the pinnacle.

Amidst the backdrop of  Ashes series, Stuart Broad emerged as a true game-changer for England, spearheading their triumphant comeback to draw the series 2-2 after facing initial setbacks. In the 5th Test of Ashes 2023, England secured a remarkable 49-run victory over Australia, solidifying Broad's impact on the outcome.

Throughout the Ashes, Broad displayed extraordinary prowess, claiming an astounding 22 wickets, thereby finishing as England's highest wicket-taker and falling only one wicket short of the leading wicket-taker, Mitchell Starc, who secured 23 wickets.

Given his exceptional performance, influential voices from the political sphere, including Tory MPs, are strongly advocating for Stuart Broad to receive the prestigious honour of knighthood. A party source quoted in the Daily Mail revealed

"One of the things that people were most asking for was a knighthood for Broadie. He’s been an incredible servant for English cricket and cricket in general." 

Broad's accomplishments in the 2023 Ashes series were nothing short of awe-inspiring. His exceptional tally of 20 wickets, the highest by any English player in the series, highlighted his remarkable contribution to each of the five Tests. Moreover, his fitness and resilience were evident as he showcased his abilities in all five Tests within a remarkable span of six weeks.