Strauss steps down as England captain

Andrew Strauss today described his decision to step down as England Test captain as being in the “best interest” of the national team.

Strauss steps down as England captain
Wed, 29 Aug, 2012 - 14:29

Andrew Strauss today described his decision to step down as England Test captain as being in the “best interest” of the national team.

Strauss confirmed his retirement from all forms of the game at a lunchtime press conference at Lord’s.

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