STUART BROAD linked up with South Africa ahead of the World Test Championship – but has no intention of a full-time coaching role.
The Proteas are facing off with Australia in the this week.
joined South Africa’s bowlers for a session on Monday.
The former England star took up a consultancy role ahead of Day 1 at the Home of Cricket.
And his tips appeared to pay off, with Australia skittled for just 212 in 56.4 overs.
Broad played 28 Tests at Lord’s over his career, claiming 113 wickets.
He told Sky Sports: “It’s very much about the tactics of that particular ground and the nuances which that slope brings.
“A lot of overseas bowlers can sometimes take a spell to get used to playing there.
“I’ll just have conversations with a few of their guys on field placements and how to settle and just the differences that Lord’s can bring to different bowlers.”;
Broad played 167 times for the side.
He sits at No. 2 on the all-time English wicket-taker list, retiring in 2023.
Asked if he’d wear a South African tracksuit, he laughed: “I don’t have a clue.
“I won’t buy one from a club shop. I’ll be turning up in my casuals and see where we go.”;
Broad was later spotted out on the field talking with the South African bowlers.
And he was given a training top to wear as he gave them pointers on how to get the most out of the Lord’s pitch.
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He is set to provide his expert analysis for England’s Test series with India later this month.
And the 38-year-old has ruled out heading into coaching – at least for the time being.
Broad added: “I enjoy talking about bowling, it’s what I probably know most about, but I don’t want the level of travel that full-time coaching brings at the moment.
“I want to stay connected to the game. The game moves forward so quickly; being around young players is really good.
“It’s not just for your knowledge on the game but also for your punditry as well – understanding what new players are looking at to develop their game.”;
