Broad backing England to turn increasingly toxic Ashes series around

Stuart Broad has urged England to thrive on growing Ashes hostility and 'bring the fire' to Headingley as they seek a historic fightback. Broad was in the thick of the tensions which spilled over into the Long Room on the final day of the second Test at Lord's, entering the fray after the controversial stumping of Jonny Bairstow. Ad The 37-year-old was heard on the on-field microphone labelling the incident 'the worst thing I've seen in cricket' as the tourists went on to seal a 43-run victory which put one hand on the urn.

CricketBroad applying bold Bazball principles to newfound business ventureAN HOUR AGO No side has come from 2-0 down to win an Ashes series since an Australia team containing Don Bradman in 1936/37 but Broad remains convinced England have what it takes. «We won three Tests in a row against New Zealand last year and Pakistan in December, so it's certainly something we can do,» he said. «Both Tests so far could have gone either way amid the drama and theatrics.

Each player probably has a bit more performance in them, I know I certainly do, and we will jump on the energy the crowds will bring us. »Leeds is always a great atmosphere and we need to ride that wave, bring a lot of energy and bring a lot of fire. Their actions at Lord's caused tension and we can use that to our advantage.

«It's not as if the games have been a landslide and people are getting frustrated. »People are loving the way we are playing cricket and there is a genuine belief we can get something out this series. «I feel like we have the backing of a nation to continue playing in our style and there will be one message for Leeds, which will be to go even harder and be as positive as possible.» Broad is the leading wicket taker on either