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Stuart Broad's Bold Ashes Prediction: Why England Have Their Best Shot Since 2011

Stuart Broad believes England have their best chance to win an Ashes series in Australia since 2010-11. He points to England's settled batting unit and Australia's team uncertainties as key factors. The first Test being in Perth rather than Brisbane gives England a psychological advantage. Broad's prediction comes amid his earlier comments about this being Australia's weakest team in over a decade.

Key Points: Stuart Broad Predicts England's Best Ashes Chance Since 2010-11

  • Broad cites England's settled batting lineup as key advantage over Australia
  • First Test at Perth instead of Gabba removes psychological barrier
  • Australia's large squad indicates uncertainty in team selection
  • Broad maintains this Australian team is weakest since England's last away win
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England have their best chance since 2010-11: Stuart Broad drops massive Ashes prediction

Former England pacer Stuart Bold believes this is England's strongest opportunity to win an Ashes series in Australia since their 2010-11 triumph, citing team stability and venue advantage.

"I believe that England has their best chance since 2010-11, but they have to start well in Perth. - Stuart Broad"

New Delhi, November 12

Former England pace bowling mainstay Stuart Broad believes the Three Lions have the best shot to stand triumphant in the Ashes for the first time in Australia since 2010-11.

This Ashes will be a crucial Test for England, fuelled by their aggressive 'Bazball' brand of cricket. During England's harrowing run, they are yet to win a Test, let alone an Ashes series in Australia, since their famous triumph in 2010/11. England last won the prized urn in 2015 on their home soil.

The first Test will begin next week on November 21 at Perth's Optus Stadium. Ahead of the series opener, the 39-year-old believes his former side has a genuine shot of changing the course of history.

"I believe that England has their best chance since 2010-11, but they have to start well in Perth. We don't know what the pitch will be. I don't think they've played a Test at this stadium. The one per cent is that England are not starting at the Gabba. I'm delighted to be honest. As an England player, when you arrive there, you're walking into the Aussie backyard," Broad said as quoted from SEN.

"I remember so well, I was facing a hat-trick ball from Siddle, I was sure the crowd were shouting 'kill kill kill'. I'm sure they weren't, but all I could think about was the crowd. The Gabba has an amazing aura, and England has some scars there. They will be delighted the first Test isn't at the Gabba, they will be thrilled," Broad added.

Broad had previously fired shots at England's oldest rival by labelling the current Baggy Greens as the worst side since 2010/11, which led to a war of words. He explained the context behind his remark and outlined Australia's unsettled state by highlighting the number of question marks that exist on the team.

"I made a comment and I still believe that this Australian team is the worst since England won in 2010-11. A bit of that was taken out of context; I was specifically talking about Ashes cricket and England's tour of Australia. This, I think, is the first time in a long time Australia have got question marks on their team," Broad said.

"They've named a big squad while England seem settled in the battling unit - particularly that top 7, you know what's coming. There's more question marks over Australia for this series than for many a year because the Aussies might not be as good as they have been and England might be better than they have been," Broad concluded.

- ANI

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Priya S
As an Indian cricket fan, I love watching the Ashes! The intensity is unmatched. Broad's analysis seems spot on - avoiding Gabba first up is huge for England's confidence. Hope we get a competitive series! 🤞
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Arjun K
Broad calling this Australian team the "worst since 2010-11" is quite bold! While they might not be as dominant, Australian teams always lift for the Ashes at home. England will need more than just Bazball to win down under.
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Sarah B
Living in Mumbai, I've stayed up many nights watching Ashes matches. Broad's psychological insight about the Gabba is fascinating. That stadium truly intimidates visiting teams. Smart move by England to avoid starting there.
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Vikram M
With all due respect to Broad, I think he's being overly optimistic. Australian conditions are brutal for visiting teams, and their pace attack is still world-class. England might compete but winning the series? That's a big ask.
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Ananya R
The mental aspect Broad mentions is so crucial! That "kill kill kill" crowd story shows how much pressure visiting teams face in Australia. England's aggressive approach might actually help them handle the pressure better this time. Exciting series ahead! 🏆

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