Warwickshire County Cricket club all rounder Alex Loudon has announced his retirement from first class cricket.
The 27 year old has decided to concentrate on his business career rather than accept the offer of a one year deal with the County relegated to Division Two.
Loudon said "I have decided that the time is right for me to begin a new career in business."
Meanwhile, Coventry kid Ian Bell has been selected for England's test squad to face Sri Lanka.