Andrew Strauss

Born: March 2, 1977

Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)

Hometown: Johannesburg, South Africa
Nationality: England flag English

Role: Opening batsman
Andrew Strauss
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Career History
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Australia's Steve Smith on November 17, 2025
The Ashes 2025-26: Australia vs. England stats and records - top run scorers, most wickets, highest totals, best bowling figures
Ahead of the 2025-26 series, Sports Mole highlights some key Ashes stats and records, including the top run scorer, the highest score, most wickets and best bowling figures.
Nov 20, 00:11
 England's Stuart Broad celebrates taking his fifth wicket on August 6, 2015
Greatest Ashes moments: Top 10 iconic feats in series history between England and Australia
Ahead of the 2025-26 series, Sports Mole picks up the top 10 greatest moments in Ashes history between England and Australia.
Nov 19, 00:00
 England test captain Ben Stokes on November 11, 2025
Preview:Australia vs. England - First Ashes test prediction, squads, start time, Perth pitch lowdown
Sports Mole previews the first Ashes Test between Australia and England, including predictions, squads, start time and a lowdown on the Perth pitch.
Nov 18, 19:01
 England's Michael Vaughan on September 12, 2005
Top five best Ashes series in history: Which memorable encounter between England and Australia comes out on top?
Ahead of the 2025-26 Ashes series, Sports Mole picks out the best five Test series that have taken place between England and Australia.
Nov 17, 22:59
 England test captain Ben Stokes on August 4, 2025
How to watch the Ashes in the UK: Start times, TV, streaming & radio guides for 2025-26 series between England and Australia
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch and listen to England's tour of Australia in the 2025-26 Ashes series.
Nov 1, 13:29
 New Zealand legend Brendon McCullum at a press conference in 2017.
Brendon McCullum appointed as England's Test coach
Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum is appointed as the new coach of the England Test squad on a four-year contract.
May 12, 16:19
 England's James Anderson pictured in August 2020
James Anderson: 'England omission was a shock'
All-time leading wicket-taker James Anderson admits that his omission from the England squad for the tour of the West Indies was "a shock and a disappointment".
Feb 23, 18:26
 England's Stuart Broad in action against Pakistan on August 7, 2020
Stuart Broad hits out at England omission
Stuart Broad admits that he has been left 'angry' by the decision to leave him out of the England squad for the upcoming tour of the West Indies.
Feb 13, 13:38
 England's Joe Root celebrates after winning the match on August 28, 2021
Joe Root to remain as England Test captain
Joe Root is to continue in his role as England Test captain for the upcoming tour of the West Indies.
Feb 4, 12:46
 Ashley Giles pictured in March 2014
Ashley Giles steps down as England managing director
The ECB announces that managing director Ashley Giles has stepped down from his role with the England men's team.
Feb 2, 19:17
 Andrew Strauss raises his bat after reaching a century in England's Test with Pakistan in July 2006.
On this day in 2012: England Test captain Andrew Strauss retires from cricket
Sir Alastair Cook was immediately announced as Andrew Strauss' successor in the England Test captain role.
Aug 28, 11:00
 Joe Root in action for England in August 2021
Joe Root's Test record as he becomes England's second highest run-scorer
Only Sir Alastair Cook has scored more runs for England in five-day cricket.
Aug 13, 16:09
 England's Moeen Ali celebrates the wicket of India's Mohammed Shami on August 13, 2021
James Anderson spearheads England fightback as India lose seven wickets for 88
James Anderson finished with five for 64 as India, 276 for three overnight, were bowled out for 364.
Aug 13, 14:07
 Andrew Strauss celebrates a century for England in the third test of the Ashes series against Australia in 2005
Sir Andrew Strauss hopes 'Red for Ruth' can help ease young families' suffering
The Ruth Andrew Strauss Foundation was set up in honour of the former England captain's late wife.
Aug 10, 16:13
 General view of Lord's cricket ground from August 2019
Lord's to turn red during England's second Test with India
Both teams will wear commemorative shirts as part of fundraising activities across the day.
Jul 19, 15:47
 Alastair Cook pictured in September 2018
On This Day: Alastair Cook named England's new ODI captain
Alastair Cook replaced Andrew Strauss, who retired from one-day cricket, while Stuart Broad took over from Paul Collingwood.
May 5, 07:06
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root invites ICC to make own judgement on state of Ahmedabad pitch
England were beaten by 10 wickets to go 2-1 down in the series.
Feb 26, 08:45
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
On This Day: Joe Root confirmed as England Test captain
In his first match as captain Joe Root scored 190 against South Africa at Lord's.
Feb 13, 08:22
 Paul Collingwood pictured in September 2019
On This Day: Paul Collingwood retires from Test cricket
Paul Collingwood called time on his Test career during the victorious Ashes series nine years ago.
Jan 5, 08:46
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Can England Test captain Joe Root maintain his momentum?
A look at how England's Test captain compares with his long-term predecessors.
Dec 30, 14:00
 General view of Lord's cricket ground from August 2019
New ECB chairman Ian Watmore backs The Hundred to become big success
The inaugural edition of The Hundred was supposed to launch this summer but was put back by 12 months.
Sep 1, 16:24
 England's Ashley Giles celebrates his side's victory over Australia during the 2005 Ashes
Picture of the day: England inch 2-1 ahead in memorable 2005 Ashes series
England went on to win the famous Ashes series in 2005.
Aug 28, 07:25
 Andrew Strauss celebrates a century for England in the third test of the Ashes series against Australia in 2005
Picture of the day: England chase Ashes victory following Andrew Strauss century
England claimed a famous series victory over Australia in 2005.
Aug 14, 08:02
 England's Stuart Broad pictured on July 25, 2020
Andrew Strauss claims Stuart Broad is bowling better than ever
The 34-year-old is on 499 Test wickets.
Jul 27, 17:27
 Yaya Toure in action for Olympiacos on October 4, 2018
Yaya on the Orient express and KJT enjoys some R&R - Friday's sporting social
Andrew Strauss' pups were looking the dogs in Manchester while Liverpool's title celebrations continued into a third day.
Jul 24, 17:07
 Andrew Strauss pictured in late 2017
Andrew Strauss feels Red for Ruth day will overcome behind-closed-doors hurdle
Strauss set up the Ruth Strauss Foundation after the death of his wife in 2018 to a rare form of lung cancer.
Jul 22, 18:56
 Andrew Strauss raises his bat after reaching a century in England's Test with Pakistan in July 2006.
Picture of the day: Andrew Strauss registers ninth Test century for England
Andrew Strauss' 128 from 214 balls was his third Test ton at the Home of Cricket.
Jul 16, 08:17
 Kevin Pietersen pictured in July 2019
Kevin Pietersen reveals regret at not making farewell England appearance at home
Kevin Pietersen believes social media can destroy the careers of current sports stars.
Jul 9, 09:15
 Michael Vaughan pictured in 2005
On This Day in 2006: England skipper Michael Vaughan ruled out of Ashes tour
Michael Vaughan was hampered by a knee injury.
Jul 6, 07:56
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Andrew Strauss: 'Ben Stokes captaincy will be a proud moment for him'
The Durham all-rounder will take over temporarily from Joe Root.
Jul 2, 17:41
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English cricket to remember Ruth Strauss against the West Indies
Third test against West Indies will be dedicated to raising money.
Jul 2, 11:29
 Andrew Strauss pictured in late 2017
On this day: Andrew Strauss takes over as England captain
Strauss had twice previously deputised for Andrew Flintoff.
Jun 8, 08:06
 Andrew Strauss pictured in late 2017
England's five greatest Test cricket captains
A quintet who excelled in the Test arena.
Apr 28, 07:21
 England's Dom Sibley reacts as he leaves the pitch after losing his wicket on January 16, 2020
South Africa hit back after lunch as England openers fall
The England openers batted through the morning session but could not go on to fifties.
Jan 16, 13:36
 Joe Root in action for England on December 2, 2019
In Focus: St George's Park, venue for the third Test in Port Elizabeth
England have lost just once in nine Tests at the historic Port Elizabeth venue, winning five.
Jan 13, 12:14
 Andy Flower pictured in June 2017
Andrew Strauss : 'Departing Andy Flower the best coach I ever worked with'
Sir Andrew Strauss would like to see former England head coach Andy Flower remain on these shores.
Nov 5, 09:35
 Andrew Strauss pictured in late 2017
Andrew Strauss hoping Chris Silverwood can act as inspiration to young county coaches
The former England captain and director of cricket admitted this winter is a 'significant challenge' for the new head coach.
Nov 4, 18:18
 Andrew Strauss pictured in late 2017
James Anderson hails Andrew Strauss as his "best captain"
Strauss was recognised in former Prime Minister Theresa May's resignation honours list.
Sep 10, 15:31
 Andrew Strauss pictured in late 2017
Andrew Strauss: Natural leader whose biggest impact could be yet to come
The former England captain has set up the Ruth Strauss Foundation in memory of his late wife.
Sep 10, 08:18
 Geoffrey Boycott pictured in August 2013
A full team of English cricketing knights
Andrew Strauss and Geoffrey Boycott complete an XI to savour.
Sep 10, 08:18
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