"Neither Anderson nor I saw this coming": Stuart Broad after exclusion from England squad

England pacer Stuart Broad has finally reacted to his omission from the England Test squad for the series against West Indies. He told that he is having a hard time putting things into context. Earlier this week, England named its squad for the three Tests against the Windies. However, in which both Stuart Broad and James Anderson were left out of the squad.

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"Not to big it up too much but it has affected my sleep. I said to my partner Mollie one morning that my body felt sore. She suggested that would be stress. No, I can't pretend I am as good as gold, because I am not. It would be wrong to act like everything's OK."

England pacer Stuart Broad said

In the five-match Ashes, Broad managed to take 13 wickets in the three Tests he played at a decent average of 26.

"I took 11 wickets in the final two Ashes matches. I have been Test match standard for a long time and, for the last eight years, you would say world-class, could take being dropped if I had let my standards slip but facing up to being overlooked when they haven't is another thing altogether."

Broad added

"And so, it makes it even more upsetting that they don't see my part of their immediate plans, especially with a view to looking at a way of winning away from home, which was briefly explained to me. Do I believe I warrant a place in England's best team in Antigua on March 8? Of course, I do. That is why it is so difficult to comprehend," he added.

Stuart Broad has said that he will use the time away from England's set up to spend time with his family

"I spoke to my mum Carole on Friday because I am waking up more confused and angrier with each passing day. She just advised me to take time, step away from the game for a bit and figure things out."

Stuart Broad said

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"Understandably, people will ask if there has therefore been some fall-out behind the scenes, a bit of a rumble during the Ashes, but I can categorically say that is not the case. Hence, neither Jimmy nor I saw this coming. We were blindsided," he added.

England and West Indies will lock horns in three Tests, beginning March 8.