England legends Stuart Broad and James Anderson reunited at Lord’s as their remarkable Test careers received a permanent tribute at the Home of Cricket. The legendary fast-bowling duo came together in the Long Room on Wednesday to unveil a joint portrait celebrating their outstanding contribution to English cricket. Broad and Anderson claimed a combined 1,308 Test wickets in more than 350 appearances for England.
Their partnership was one of the defining features of England’s bowling attack for over a decade, with the pair regularly sharing the new ball in both home and overseas conditions. The portrait was unveiled at 5pm ahead of England’s Test against Pakistan. The honour recognises not only their individual achievements but also the extraordinary longevity and success of their partnership.
Anderson finished his illustrious Test career with 704 wickets from 188 matches, while Broad claimed 604 wickets in 167 Tests. They became the first two England bowlers to surpass the 600-wicket milestone, placing them among the most successful fast-bowling partnerships in Test cricket history.
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The pair played together for 17 years, producing numerous memorable spells and match-winning performances. Anderson’s ability to generate movement and maintain exceptional control complemented Broad’s strength in extracting bounce and attacking the stumps. Their combined achievements have made them an integral part of England’s Test cricket history, while their longevity set a benchmark for future generations of fast bowlers.
Two of England’s greatest unveiled at Lord’s this evening.
Painted by artist Jamie Routley, James Anderson and Stuart Broad stand side by side in the Lord’s Long Room.
A portrait befitting of two absolute legends of the game. pic.twitter.com/HUwlYSlBtP
— Lord’s Cricket Ground (@HomeOfCricket) August 26, 2026
The joint portrait was created by artist Jamie Routley and will become part of Lord’s permanent collection. The MCC’s Heritage and Collections Committee currently funds two new cricket portraits each year, with the final selections subject to approval from its Cricket Committee.
For Broad and Anderson, the tribute represents more than a collection of impressive statistics. Their success was built on a unique understanding of each other’s strengths and the ability to operate effectively as a bowling partnership for almost two decades.
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Broad retired from Test cricket in 2023, bringing a 17-year international career to an end. Anderson followed in 2024 after becoming England’s most successful Test bowler. Although both have now stepped away from international cricket, their legacy remains firmly established at Lord’s, where their joint portrait will serve as a lasting reminder of one of England’s greatest fast-bowling partnerships.
