Trott retires from international cricket

Jonathan Trott has announced his retirement from international cricket following the series against West Indies but will continue to play domestically for Warwickshire. He struggled in his new position as opener, making just 72 runs in six innings of which five were single-figure scores, after his return from a stress-related illness.

His 52-Test career ended with innings of 0 and 9 in Barbados, bounced out in the first by Shannon Gabriel and lbw to Jerome Taylor in the second, and it was during the match that debate around his future started to swirl again, although it is understood Trott had decided during the preceding Test in Grenada that he would retire.

"This was a tough decision to make but I don't feel my game is at the level you need to be at to play for England," Trott said. "I was honoured to be given the opportunity to come back and play international cricket again and I'm disappointed it didn't work out. I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has helped me and given me the chance to represent England and to thank supporters for all their backing over the years. I also want to wish the lads all the very best for what will be an incredibly exciting summer.
"I've had incredible highs and some real lows in an England shirt but wouldn't change a thing. I look forward to continuing my career at Warwickshire and hopefully helping us win more silverware."

The news of the retirement of Jonathan Trott was announced when he was out with his family watching turtles. He didn't want any fuss.