Stuart Broad wanted for Strictly Come Dancing?

By Neil Wilkes, Editor-in-chief | 03 August 2023

Recently-retired England cricketer Stuart Broad emerges as a potential contestant on this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

England cricket legend Stuart Broad is reportedly "in talks" about appearing as a contestant on this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

The 37-year-old - England's second highest wicket-taker in history - officially retired as a player on Sunday after helping his side to secure a draw against old rivals Australia in The Ashes.

According to The Sun, Broad - who stands at 6'6" - could have a new job in short order as the BBC has offered him a last-minute place in the Strictly lineup.

The star's fiancée Mollie King previously competed on the show, making it to the semi-finals in the 2017 edition.

"Stuart is very much the hero of the hour and a perfect choice to fill the coveted 'sport star' slot," said a source.

"It is a last-minute approach, but the BBC think he's worth trying to get on board because he would be hugely popular with viewers.

"They'd be guaranteed to feature quite a few cricket-themed dances, and would almost certainly incorporate his famous bandana somehow too.

"And having Mollie supporting him in the audience week after week would be a huge bonus."

Others linked with the show, which begins on BBC One next month, include EastEnders actor Bobby Brazier, broadcasting legend Angela Rippon and '80s pop star Shakin' Stevens.

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