Jimmy Anderson's Surprise Video
Stuart Broad, one of England's cricket legends, revealed that he received a surprise video from his teammate Jimmy Anderson after his retirement. The video showed Broad with blood all over his boots, signaling that he was done with the sport. Broad described the moment as something straight out of a movie, with a "big light shining out."
A Fairytale Ending and More
Broad, who is among the favorites to win the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award, called his retirement from the Ashes "more than a fairytale." He hit a six on the last ball he faced and took a wicket to win the Test. Broad said he couldn't have written a script cooler than that.
The Ashes: A Pinnacle for Broad
Broad's incredible performances in the Ashes were no coincidence. He grew up with stories of his father's successes against Australia and always considered The Ashes as the pinnacle of his career. Even now, he still watches the 1986-87 Ashes video, "On Top Down Under," which was a childhood favorite.
The Controversial Moment that Ignited the Series
The series between England and Australia was "ignited" by a controversial stumping incident involving Jonny Bairstow. Broad played a central role that day, expressing his frustration with the Australian team. The incident sparked a rivalry and brought a new intensity to the matches.
Retirement and Family Time
Despite being able to play for a few more years, Broad doesn't regret his retirement from cricket. He is enjoying spending time with his fiancee, Mollie King, and their daughter, Annabella. Broad admitted that being a professional athlete is selfish and he didn't want to miss out on important family moments.
Don't Miss BBC Sports Personality of the Year
Tune in to the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award on Tuesday at 7pm to see if Stuart Broad takes home the prestigious honor.
