"Brian Christopher Broad", usually known as "Chris Broad" (1957–) is a former English cricketer and broadcaster who currently serves as a cricket official. As an opening batsman, he played 26 Test matches for England cricket team/England and scored six centuries, together with 34 One Day International matches with a respectable over 40 average. He is known largely for his feats during the English cricket team in Australia in 1986–87/1986/87 Ashes series where he hit three centuries in consecutive Tests, and for his fiery demeanour at the crease.

Broad's children are both involved in cricket. His son Stuart Broad/Stuart is a fast bowler who, like his father, represents both England and Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club/Nottinghamshire, while his daughter Gemma is a performance analyst with England's One-Day squad. Cricket correspondent Colin Bateman noted, "Chris Broad pressed the self-destruct button on a career that promised so much. His lack of self-control at the crease brought a sad end to his reign as England opener at the age of 30, when he should have been enjoying his prime years."

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Obviously they like batting with each other. They're the sort of people who enjoy being out in the middle and the challenge.

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What England have got to do is continue to win. They've got a big winter with Pakistan and India, ... If they go to Australia in 18 months time having won all the series they've played, then clearly they're going to go with a great deal of confidence.

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No excuse was offered by the captain.

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You wouldn't say they were technically perfect but they're not too bad and they're able to get runs.

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But you've still got to go out there and play. Australia won't ever be a bad side. They're always going to find good young batsmen and bowlers to come in. So we've got to do the same.

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Australia haven't been put under pressure like this for a number of years.

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Most other sides know what it's like when you're under pressure - you do make mistakes.

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The England management have great confidence in Geraint Jones' batting. His wicket-keeping may leave a little bit to be desired but he does a job.

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