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Andrew Strauss watching his side's defeat in the third Test between England and South Africa - his final as England captain.
Andrew Strauss watching his side's defeat in the third Test between England and South Africa - his final as England captain.
England captain Andrew Strauss retires from cricket
Strauss confirms he will end his professional career with immediate effect, with Alastair Cook to take over as England Test captain.