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Stuart Broad surpasses Glenn McGrath, becomes second-most successful pacer in Test cricket

Stuart Broad on Sunday went past Australian great Glenn McGrath to become the second-most successful pacer in history of Test cricket. He accomplished this landmark during his side's third and final Test against South Africa in The Oval. In South Africa's second innings on day four of the match, Broad trapped South African skipper Dean Elgar lbw for 36 in the 22nd over, getting his 564th wicket in Tests. Then he also went on to dismiss Ryan Rickelton for eight.

James Anderson Breaks Glenn McGrath's Massive Record In International Cricket

When James Anderson took the wicket of Simon Harmer during South Africa's second innings of the second Test in Manchester on Saturday, he went past Australia legend Glenn McGrath to become the leading wicket-taker in international cricket among pacers. McGrath had 949 wickets across formats in his international career, and Anderson finished the second Test against South Africa with 951, as he also dismissed Kagiso Rabada after Harmer's wicket. Anderson now has 664 wickets in Tests, 269 in ODIs and 18 in T20 Internationals (T20Is).

"A Class Clown...": Brett Lee Reveals How Off The Field Glenn McGrath Was Exact Opposite Of His On-field Persona

Former pacers Brett Lee and Glenn McGrath were two of the most feared bowlers during their playing days. The duo dominated the Australian bowling line-up in the early 2000s. McGrath, who had a uncanny ability to be very consistent with his line and length, took 563 wickets in his Test career, while Lee scalped 310 Test wickets. Cherishing his memories with McGrath, Lee called him a laid-back character, who would always be playing "a practical joke on someone."

"Lots Of Learning Lessons": Rising India Pacer Tweets Pic With Australian Fast Bowling Legend Glenn McGrath

Young left-arm pacer Chetan Sakariya has impressed one and all with his potential after his prformances in the Indian Premier League. His IPL show also earned him an India cap and the youngster has played 2 T20Is and 1 ODI for India, picking up a total of 3 wicket so far.

Australia Great Glenn McGrath Weighs In On Whether Umran Malik Should Slow Down To Get Better Control

Former Australia pacer Glenn McGrath was all praise for India fast bowler Umran Malik, saying that sheer pace is unique and that cannot be taught to any bowler in the world. Umran impressed everyone with his pace during the Indian Premier League 2022, clocking over 150 kph regularly. As a result, the Jammu and Kashmir pacer recently made his debut for India during the T20I series against Ireland. While several experts have suggested that Umran should focus more on line and length instead of pace. However, McGrath said that he hates seeing fast bowlers sacrificing pace to attain control.

"Went From Dangerous To Lethal": Glenn McGrath On Former Australia Great

Former Australia pacer Glenn McGrath is of the opinion that fast bowlers should not reduce their speed in order to gain control in bowling. He added that the pacers should work harder to bowl right line and length with their top speed. McGrath cited the example of former Australian pacer Mitchell Johnson on how fast bowlers should develop their game. He claimed that the southpaw was a "dangerous bowler" at the start but after working on his action and run-up, he became a "lethal bowler".

India is still the ultimate challenge for Australia: Glenn McGrath

Glenn McGrath feels that playing a Test series in India, scheduled to be held next year, is going to be the ultimate challenge for Pat Cummins & Co. McGrath was also appreciative of Australia's recent performances in Test trips to Pakistan and Sri Lanka, saying that the side has started to understand sub-continental conditions. Australia will tour India as part of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy tentatively in February-March 2023, with an aim to win the series in a country where they have never won after the 2-1 triumph in October-November 2004.

Australia cricket star Tahlia McGrath plays in match despite testing positive for COVID-19

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Stuart Broad surpasses Glenn McGrath, becomes second-most successful pacer in Test cricket

James Anderson Breaks Glenn McGrath's Massive Record In International Cricket

"A Class Clown...": Brett Lee Reveals How Off The Field Glenn McGrath Was Exact Opposite Of His On-field Persona

"Lots Of Learning Lessons": Rising India Pacer Tweets Pic With Australian Fast Bowling Legend Glenn McGrath

Australia Great Glenn McGrath Weighs In On Whether Umran Malik Should Slow Down To Get Better Control

"Went From Dangerous To Lethal": Glenn McGrath On Former Australia Great

India is still the ultimate challenge for Australia: Glenn McGrath

Australia cricket star Tahlia McGrath plays in match despite testing positive for COVID-19