Does Stuart Broad Want to Coach England’s U19 and U17 Fast Bowlers?

New Delhi, Aug 20 (NationPress) Former England fast bowler Stuart Broad has voiced his ambition to coach the country's U19 and U17 pace bowlers, expressing his hopes to cultivate talents who can emulate the success of Jofra Archer and James Anderson.

After retiring from international cricket in 2023, having participated in 167 Tests and taken 604 wickets, Broad stands as the second-highest wicket-taker among fast bowlers in Test cricket history, trailing only Anderson. Since retirement, he has transitioned seamlessly into cricket commentary.

“I haven't set any specific targets or timelines for coaching, but I expect to explore it more actively next year. Staying connected to coaching is definitely a priority for me,” Broad commented.

“I’ve had discussions with Rob Key regarding potential involvement with younger bowlers in England’s setups when schedules permit. Working with the U19s or U17s is crucial since you can really track development, especially as players grow significantly between the ages of 15 and 20,” Broad shared, as reported by The Telegraph.

Broad previously served as a consultant for South Africa before their clash with Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's in June. While commentating on the match, he maintained communication with South Africa's players and celebrated their historic victory over Australia to clinch their first-ever WTC title.

“I aimed to keep my input minimal—hence, I wanted to share information with the coaches so they could relay it to the players. I was mindful not to overwhelm them with information ahead of such a critical match,” Broad explained.

“We discussed strategies, such as adjusting your position on the crease from the Nursery End to entice batters into playing shots. We also analyzed the length of deliveries ideal for Lord's, considering how conditions can fluctuate dramatically,” he added.

Moreover, Broad expressed his support for Rob Key's initiative to involve former cricketers like Anderson, Flintoff, and Graeme Swann in coaching roles to enhance the skills of England's players.

“I fully back Rob Key's vision. It's vital to ensure that the finest cricket minds are sharing their knowledge with the best players without unnecessary obstacles,” he stated.

“What excites me most is identifying the next Jofra Archer or Jimmy Anderson. I recently saw Harry Moore on Instagram—he's recovering from a stress fracture. He is a remarkable talent at 6ft 6in, can swing the ball both ways, and hits the right areas. What possibilities lie ahead for him in four years or even sooner? Who will emerge as the next high-potential player?” he concluded.