Odds slashes on Strauss MP bid
Labrokes has slashed its odds on Andrew Strauss becoming a Tory candidate at the Corby by-election. Earlier, Strauss announced his retirement from professional cricket.
Silent Pietersen trains in the rain after Strauss retires
Kevin Pietersen had mixed success as he attempted to weather the storm of Andrew Strauss's retirement from cricket.
The ousted batsman made no comment in response to news of Strauss's decision following their well-publicised falling out.
But moments later a heavy downpour left the Surrey man training in the rain in Somerset today.
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