England cricketer Stuart Broad announces retirement following final Ashes Test

Bowler for the England cricket team Stuart Broad has announced his retirement from the sport.

Broad has said that he plans to retire from Test cricket at the end of the final Ashes test this year.

The 37-year-old made the announcement at stumps on day three of the final Test against Australia at the Kia Oval.

Broad has taken 602 wickets in 167 Tests, making him the second most successful paceman in Test history behind team-mate James Anderson.

"I knew deep down I wanted to finish playing cricket at the very top," said Broad during a press conference. He went on to say "The thought of being able to bowl my last ball versus Australia fills me with joy."