English star cricketer Chris Broad has been known as one of the top batsmen in cricket history. The opening batter has always been known for the great milestones he achieved during the 1986/87 Ashes series. His son Stuart Broad was also one of the mainstays in the England pace attack and guided his side to level up Ashes 2023 during the fifth Test match.
Despite Test milestones, Chris Broad also has magnificent records in 50 overs format. The opening batter has played 34 ODI matches for his side while accumulating 1361 runs with a batting average of 41. Moreover, the legendary cricketer has one century and 11 half centuries to his name in white ball format. Meanwhile, speaking on the same subject, check out his top 3 knocks in ODIs.
Chris Broad Top 3 innings in ODI:
106 vs New Zealand in Napier in 1988
Former English star Chris Broad’s best knock came against New Zealand during the third ODI, which took place at Napier on March 16, 1988. On that day, star opening batter Chris Broad scored 106 runs from 140 balls, featuring nine boundaries and a six, to post a decent total of 219 runs. However, this innings was not his best, as the Black Caps chased down the target with 21 balls to spare. Notably, it was Kiwi skipper John Wright who smashed the century to make sure his side crossed the finish line to get the win against England.
99 vs Pakistan at The Oval in 1987
The opening batsman’s second-best inning came against Pakistan. Unfortunately, the Southpaw had missed the mark of the century, but his great knock made sure to cross the finish line. Notably, on May 21, 1987, the Men in Green posted 232/6 in the given 50 overs. Later, while chasing, the left-handed batter piled up 99 runs, which helped his side secure the win during the first ODI at the Oval in London. Following the match, Chris Broad was named Player of the Match.
97 vs Pakistan in Perth in 1987
Chris Broad‘s third-best knock also came against Pakistan. Notably, the magnificent knock came on January 5, 1987, in Perth. On that day, the Men in Green posted a total of 229/5 in the given 50 overs. Later, while chasing, the top-order batter hammered 97 runs from 130 balls featuring seven boundaries to chase down the total with two balls remaining. After the match, the great batsman received the Player of the Match award.