Miss You Paul Collingwood

PAUL COLLINGWOOD RETIRES FROM TEST CRICKET.

I MISS YOU COLLINGWOOD.

Paul Collingwood has announced his retirement from test cricket following the conclusion of the final Ashes Test. He will continue to play both Twenty T20 and One Day Internationals for his country (ENGLAND).

Collingwood, 34, made his Test debut in 2003 against Sri Lanka at Galle and has gone on to earn 68 caps. With the potential of one innings remaining in Sydney he has 4259 runs but has struggled during the Ashes with just 83 runs in six innings.

Paul Collingwood removed Mike Hussey in Sydney with what could to be his final ball in Test cricket

"Representing England at Test level has always been a dream of mine and I've been fortunate enough to have enjoyed some amazing highs throughout my Test career," Collingwood said.

"I'm proud of the fact that I've always given my all for the England Test team but I feel that this is the right time to leave Test cricket having reached some very special achievements, none more satisfying that retaining the Ashes in Australia."

"I also feel now is the time to ensure some of the younger players are given an opportunity at Test level as we have a wealth of talent pushing for places in the England Test team. Clearly I still feel I have a huge amount to offer England in terms of limited overs cricket and I'm looking forward to the opportunity to continue leading the Twenty20 squad and playing a significant role in England's ODI team."

Paul Collingwood held a stunning catch to remove Ricky Ponting, Australia v England, 3rd Test, Perth, 1st day, December 16, 2010

Collingwood bowls in the nets at Adelaide Oval.

Paul Collingwood pulls during his 94, South Australia v England, Adelaide, 1st day, November 11, 2010

Paul Collingwood celebrates one of his three wickets, Victoria v England XI, Melbourne, 2nd day, December 11, 2010

Paul Collingwood guides the ball fine during his 89, Australia A v England, Hobart, 3rd day, November 19, 2010