Stuart Broad achieved a major milestone in the fourth Ashes Test against Australia, taking his Test wicket tally to 600. He is only the fifth bowler in history to reach this mark.

Broad’s achievement is a testament to his longevity and consistency at the highest level. He has been a key member of the England team for over a decade, and he is still one of the most feared bowlers in world cricket.

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Stuart Broad’s career

Stuart Broad made his Test debut for England in 2007, and he has been a regular member of the team ever since. He has taken 600 wickets in 166 matches, at an average of 27.57. He is the second-highest wicket-taker in England’s history, behind James Anderson.

The 600th wicket

Broad took his 600th wicket on the first day of the fourth Ashes Test against Australia. He dismissed Travis Head for 48, trapping him lbw. Broad became the fifth bowler in history to reach 600 Test wickets, joining Muttiah Muralitharan, Shane Warne, Anil Kumble, and James Anderson.

Most Test Wickets Record

Player	Wickets
Muthiah Muralidaran	800
Shane Warne	708
James Anderson	688*
Anil Kumble	619
Stuart Broad	600*

Note: The “*” next to the wickets indicates that player is still playing international cricket.

Muthiah Muralidaran is holding the crown of the highest wicket taker in test. The highest test wickets taken by Muthiah Muralidaran and He took 800 wickets.

Most test wickets for India are taken by Anil Kumble.

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