Mathew Hayden Annouced his Retirement.

Mathew Hayden Announced his Retirement after the Ashes after this year's Ashes tour of England.

Mathew Hayden

37-year-old said "Today I'm announcing my retirement from representative cricket, effective immediately," he read from a prepared statement. "I know that now is the time to move on. he further added that "This is a decision that I've not taken lightly and I'm here after much thought and consideration and discussion with my family."

The Queenslander played 103 Tests for Australia between 1994 and 2009, scoring 8,625 runs at an average of 50.73. The mighty Lefthander completed 30 centuries including 380 against Zimbabwe in 2003, which briefly stood as the world record for the highest Test score.

Some of the Australian greats told about Mathew Hayden.

McGrath said "Matty is a legend of the game - he's got nothing left to prove. His career stands alone,"

Mark Waugh said the opener had shown perfect timing.

"Matthew Hayden has been one of the greatest players of the modern era for Australia," Boon said.