Friday 27 October 2017 18:24, UK
Stuart Broad says David Warner's recent comments will help inspire England ahead of the forthcoming Ashes series.
The Australian batsman compared the series to a "war", saying the hosts would work up some "hatred" for their opponents.
Warner also said he did not regret comments he made during the first Ashes Test in 2013 about England having "scared eyes", but Broad thinks the Australian's comments can help England this winter.
"It is a common theme that ex-Australian players and Australia players are quite vocal in the media," said Broad. "It is just one of the tactics they use. I am surprised we haven't heard the 'Glenn McGrath 5-0' yet and we are six weeks away!
"Warner's a very competitive guy. He's someone that likes to get in the battle. He's already talked about the Ashes being like a war for him and we can use that to help us.
"It's generally the English way to be a bit quieter and just get on with our jobs and make sure we're ready for the 23rd because at the end of the day, what is said before the series doesn't affect whether you hit the top of off stump or hit the ball for four does it?"
England will fly to Australia on Saturday and the squad has already been in training as they aim to retain the Ashes.
Broad is keen for the squad to remain concentrated on the challenge ahead and insists the players have been fully focused ahead of the tour.
"The Ashes tour is the biggest one you can go on," said Broad, who became England's second leading wicket-taker in the summer. "We're just desperate to get to Australia and let it begin really.
"Everyone's been very focused in their training. There's been a lot of talk between us on the WhatsApp group to make sure we push ourselves in the right direction and I'm a firm believer that when you go to Australia, there's always outside influences that try to knock you off a path.
"But if you stay really focused on your discipline, your end goal, and how we're going to go and play over there we stand a great chance. We're a bit unpredictable but so are the Australians so I think it's set up to be a brilliant series."
Broad's mind is already on the challenge in Australia and the Nottinghamshire bowler has full faith in the side, which will be captained by Joe Root.
Root was given the role of captaincy in February and has already guided his country to two Test series wins against West Indies and South Africa, but this will be the 26 year-old's first test series abroad.
Broad added: "We've won two Test match series under Joe. There were question marks before he took over whether it would effect his batting, but I think 180 in his first innings put that to bed so you know what a talented player he is.
"I think someone like him with the extra responsibilities on the pitches in Australia will score a lot of runs and if your captain leads you in that way, it's a lot easier for your players to follow".
