Ian Bell retiring from first class cricket at the end of the season

[tiger76]

He's had a decent career, and there can't be many Englishmen that can boast 5 Ashes wins. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/54041596

Best of luck in his coaching career, and I'm sure he'll be well sought after with his wealth of experience, always a class act to watch with the bat, he not only scored runs, but he scored them stylishly.

[Burnley1989]

One of the best cover drives ever! What a player he was at his best

[CleggHall]

A class act and a pivotal player in England’s progress. Understated and no bother guy who could slip under the radar but his ability and technique were there for all to see.

[dandeclaret]

If you were putting together a side of the last 30 years, I reckon he would have a spot in the batting line up.

[TheFamilyCat]

And his clone, Ollie Pope now has his place in the test team.

[tiger76]

Bell made 50 for Warks today on a bowler friendly pitch at Cardiff, so he's still got it. Such a shame one of England's all time greats is ending his professional career in an empty stadium, I'm sure in normal circumstances he'd have attracted a full house for his farewell appearance.

[Stevie2112]

The last of the 2005 team to pack it in.A great player and hope he goes on to do well in his coaching role