Tributes roll in for skipper Strauss
Nearly everyone had positive things to say about Andrew Strauss. The class with which he handled his departure speaks volumes about the man, as do the tributes paid him by players past and present. His no nonsense attitude is illustrated by he fact that he doesn't have a Twitter account. However many of his counterparts do and below are a selection of their tweets.
The current crop, AKA the Straussites, unsurprisingly heap praise on the leader so integral to their England careers. They also hint at his golfing abilities.
Awesome guy, great leader, dependable batsman and a solid 1 slip catcher. Cheers Straussy you'll be playing scratch golf within a year
An emotional day with Straussy hanging up his boots. What a great captain, brilliant player and most importantly fantastic bloke.
I know a lots been said already but I have to say I'm so sorry strauss has stepped down! Fantastic leader player and most importantly....Person! Took over when we were at the bottom in '09 and took us to Ashes victories and no 1 in the world! Unbelievable effort and will....Go down as a legend! Congrats on a fantastic career and all the best for the future (on the golf course) #strauss
Really sad to hear Straussy has called it a day. He's done so much for this England team not just as captain but also as a player.......He will be missed but he hands over to a very fine replacement in Alastair Cook. Best of luck to Cooky and to Straussy in his future
Alastair Cook via BBC Sport "Obviously I've got huge boots to fill. It feels like I've spent all my England career walking out to bat with him. Unfortunately it might mean I have to take the first ball now."
The ex-players focus on the level of respect there is for Strauss the captain.
A.Strauss....3 Ashes wins...2 as Captain.. 21 Test 100s... Debut at Lords.. 100th Test at Lords.. 50th as Captain at Lords.. #righttouch
Andrew Strauss has been a fantastic servant to the game of cricket I am lucky to have played with him and one game as him as captain. I wish him all the best for the future !!
Wishing Straussy the best of luck in retirement. He's been a great player, a credit to England and got them to number 1 in the world...I was surprised by the news. Thought he might go on to another Ashes series, but he's had a brilliant career.
David 'Bumble' Lloyd @BumbleCricket
Looks as if A Strauss stepping down .Great time to go .Ashes Captain, 100th Test at Lords .doesn't get better . Done a brilliant job. Sure the cricket public will see Strauss in a very good light. An excellent leader, respected throughout the crick world by opponents.
The fans - give probably more interesting thoughts on Strauss, as is customary of non-celeb tweeters. A dig at KP, a dig at footballers and allusions to Strauss' potential political career. He's too nice a bloke for politics if you ask me.
Don't forget #Strauss was appointed England cricket captain to solve another crisis caused by Kevin Pietersen's massive ego
Dear andrew strauss. If u want a career in politics wait for a safe seat. You will get one. Marginals always lead to defeat. #strauss
What a gent #Strauss is. Triumphed at highest level home & away. Dignity intact. Footballers take note (yes you, Joey) #cricket
The 0.06 % - there is no I in team. End of story.
Kevin Pietersen @Kevinpp24 - Nothing (not even when asked directly by a reporter on Sky sports). In my opinion this came across terribly. If you can't bring yourself to say something nice just say, "I wish him all the best", simple.
Good capt, wrong re KP.
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