Stuart Broad joins South Africa as consultant ahead of World Test Championship final

Former England star Stuart Broad will lend his expertise to South Africa on June 9 as they prepare to face defending champions Australia in the World Test Championship final at Lord's starting June 11. Meanwhile, Australia's all-rounders Beau Webster and Cameron Green bring contrasting form and fitness into the high-stakes clash.

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Former England fast bowler Stuart Broad has joined the South African cricket team as a consultant ahead of the World Test Championship final against Australia, scheduled to begin at Lord's on June 11.

Broad, aged 38, retired from international cricket following the 2023 Ashes series and this consultancy marks his first coaching role since retirement. He will work with South Africa for one day on June 9, assisting the team in their preparations for the high-stakes final.

South Africa will face the defending champions Australia, who won the previous final against India at The Oval in 2023. Broad's experience and insight as a former top-level bowler are expected to be valuable for the Proteas as they strategize to overcome the reigning champions.

"Broad, 38, will work for one day as a consultant at training on 9 June - his first role in coaching since retiring at the end of the 2023 Ashes," the reports noted.

The World Test Championship final is a marquee event in international cricket, and Broad's involvement underscores the importance South Africa places on expert guidance to enhance their chances.

This consultancy role could mark the beginning of a new chapter in Broad's cricketing career, transitioning from player to mentor and coach.

Meanwhile, Australia’s squad includes promising all-rounders like Beau Webster and Cameron Green, highlighting the competitive nature of the upcoming final.

"Broad will help South Africa prepare for the World Test Championship final begins at Lord's on 11 June. Australia are defending champions, having beaten India at The Oval in 2023."
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Former England bowler Stuart Broad will serve as a consultant for South Africa ahead of the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's on June 11. Broad, 38, retired after the 2023 Ashes and will assist South Africa in training on June 9, marking his first coaching role.
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The Headline

Broad joins South Africa; Australia defends title

This will be my first coaching role since retiring at the end of the 2023 Ashes.
Stuart Broad
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Key Facts
  • Stuart Broad, former England bowler, will join South Africa as a consultant on June 9 to assist their preparation for the World Test Championship final at Lord's starting June 11.Bbc
  • Australia enters the final as defending champions after beating India at The Oval in 2023.Bbc
Key Stats at a Glance
Stuart Broad's age
38 years
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Date Stuart Broad will work as consultant
9 June
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Year Stuart Broad retired
2023 year
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Start date of World Test Championship final
11 June
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Background Context

Australia's all-rounders prepare for final

Playing alongside Cameron Green, a generational talent, in the ICC World Test Championship is an exciting prospect.
Beau Webster
Australian all-rounder
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Key Facts
  • Beau Webster debuted for Australia in January 2025 during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, playing a key role in Australia's 3-1 series win.Mint
  • In three Tests against India, Webster scored 150 runs including a fifty and took three wickets, impressing selectors enough to earn a spot in Australia's squad for the World Test Championship final.Mint
  • Webster further boosted his claims during his county stint with Warwickshire, scoring 172 runs and taking 10 wickets in four matches.Mint
  • Cameron Green, Australia's other pace all-rounder, scored three centuries in five county games for Gloucestershire but is recovering from back surgery and has not bowled recently.Mint
Key Stats at a Glance
Runs scored by Beau Webster in three Tests
150 runs
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Wickets taken by Beau Webster in three Tests
3 wickets
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Runs scored by Beau Webster in county cricket
172 runs
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Wickets taken by Beau Webster in county cricket
10 wickets
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Centuries scored by Cameron Green in county games
3 centuries
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County games played by Cameron Green
5 games
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Border-Gavaskar Trophy series result
3-1
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Number of Tests in Border-Gavaskar Trophy series
5 tests
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