Stuart Broad has revealed that he was withdrawn from England's third Test match against the West Indies because of a "small virus".

The Nottinghamshire bowler has also admitted that his absence, along with James Anderson, has provided a good opportunity for fellow bowlers Steven Finn and Graham "Bunny" Onions.

"I have a small virus but fully fine to play," Broad wrote on Twitter. "It's a good opportunity to give Finny and Bunny some Test cricket in a shortened game.

"Chuffed for @BunnyOnions. Major major back operation 2 years ago threatened his career he's worked hard to pull those 3 lions on again."

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