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'All the England lads will be celebrating'

The cricket world reacts to Mitchell Johnson's decision to retire at the end of the WACA Test against New Zealand

VLive Sports DeskSyndicated Wire Coverage (ESPNcricinfo / Sports Feeds)
Nov 17, 2015, 2:24 AM
Mitchell Johnson appeals for a wicket
Mitchell Johnson appeals for a wicketGetty Images
New Zealand tour of Australia•TEST
RESULT
Australia
Australia
New Zealand
New Zealand
559/9d & 385/7d
624 & 104/2(T:321)

Match drawn

Match Summary

Match at a Glance & Key Facts

TournamentNew Zealand tour of AustraliaSeason 2015/16
Venue

Western Australia Cricket Association Ground, Perth

Perth
Format & Details

TEST • MULTI

Match drawn
Player in Focus
MG Johnson

Mitchell Johnson

bowler
KEY TAKEAWAYSQuick highlights & editorial summary
VLive Sports Desk
  • Editorial Angle:Analysis of 'All the England lads will be celebrating': cricket world reacts to Mitchell Johnson's decision to retire at the end of the WACA Test against New Zealand — assessing tactical impact and tournament progression.
  • Score Snapshot:AUS 559/9d & 385/7d vs NZ 624 & 104/2 — Match drawn
  • Tournament Context:Part of New Zealand tour of Australia 2015/16. Follow real-time tournament standings, fixture progression, and live scorecards on VLive.

What an athlete! One of the best I ever played with. To @mitchjohnson398 & jessicabratichjohnson… https://t.co/siXHUNY4kg

— Michael Clarke (@MClarke23) November 17, 2015

Brings tears to my eyes to think that I won't play again with my great mate @MitchJohnson398. Great team man, great friend & cricket legend

— Shane Watson (@ShaneRWatson33) November 17, 2015

All the England lads will be celebrating they won't have to face @MitchJohnson398 again in Australia.... Great career & a Great man..

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 17, 2015

My favorite left arm quick is retiring from international cricket. @MitchJohnson398 you're a competitor on the field but a gem off it. #398

— Wayne Parnell (@WayneParnell) November 17, 2015

Massive congrats to @MitchJohnson398 on such a sensational career - always wanted to bowl like you. #gamechanger #ThanksMitch #AUSvNZ

— Mitchell McClenaghan (@Mitch_Savage) November 17, 2015

Congrats on a wonderful career @MitchJohnson398 .Was always a tough opponent. Enjoy your retirement and you can look back with pride

— Jacques Kallis (@jacqueskallis75) November 17, 2015

Massive congrats to great mate @MitchJohnson398 on a fantastic career. Will be a few batsmen in the world breathing easier! Congrats mate!

— Ryan Harris (@r_harris413) November 17, 2015

A massive congratulations to @mitchjohnson398 on a wonderful career. It was incredible to play in… https://t.co/52URYlSzzH

— Brett Lee (@BrettLee_58) November 17, 2015

Congrats to @MitchJohnson398 on a magnificent career. He's the ultimate Professional athlete and a great ambassador for the game of cricket.

— Steve Smith (@stevesmith49) November 18, 2015

Well done to this legend. It's been an amazing honour to have played along side you @mitchjohnson398… https://t.co/gZwYKVwdCp

— David Warner (@davidwarner31) November 17, 2015

A stunning career for @MitchJohnson398 I'll never forget his fearsome bowling v Eng in Aus. Congrats mate. #AUSvNZ

— Michael Slater (@mj_slats) November 17, 2015

Congratulations on a great international career @MitchJohnson398. Scary thing is he will be a @T20AllStars and we have to play him..

— Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay) November 17, 2015

Big congrats to @MitchJohnson398 most hostile Fast bowling Cartel quick of generation #BatsmanBreathASighOfRelief https://t.co/eg8Kn0wa3F

— Damien Fleming (@bowlologist) November 17, 2015

You could argue @MitchJohnson398 was a bit hot and cold, but his hot was simply the hottest batsmen of his generation came up against

— Sambit Bal (@sambitbal) November 17, 2015

Johnson says that it has been an incredible ride..batsmen who faced him would say it was one helluva scary ride. Happy 2nd innings! #Retires

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) November 17, 2015

@MitchJohnson398 What a champion!!! Congratulations on a fabulous career for the Baggy Greens. Underneath the Southern Cross we stand

— Matthew Hayden AM (@HaydosTweets) November 17, 2015

Well done @MitchJohnson398 One of the best I was ever lucky enough to play with. And a genuinely good person as well.

— Chris Rogers (@BuckRogers55) November 17, 2015

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@MitchJohnson398 is an absolute legend. Indoor nets at Adelaide Oval in the early academy days were never fun. #ironmike #lesfavell @WWOS9

— Travis Birt (@T_Bird81) November 17, 2015

Will miss Mitchell Johnson. They don't make many like him anymore. The fast, scary kind.

— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) November 17, 2015

Well played @MitchJohnson398. You had an impact on the game and very few can say that about themselves.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 17, 2015

Incredible athlete! Congrats on a magnificent career @MitchJohnson398

— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) November 17, 2015

Congrats on an amazing career and a collection of batsmen's broken fingers @MitchJohnson398. All the best for a wonderful future

— Kumar Sangakkara (@KumarSanga2) November 18, 2015

@mitchjohnson398 congratulations on a brilliant career, u have been 1 of the best fast bowlers i have seen.truely inspirational! mate

— Umar55 (@mdk_gul) November 17, 2015

Such a shame I never got to face Mitchell Johnson....#pacelikefire #nothanks #scary

— Martin Bicknell (@bickers1969) November 17, 2015

Congrats @MitchJohnson398 on a remarkable career Always enjoyed the onfield tussle with you mate.Good luck with your retirement

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) November 17, 2015

@MitchJohnson398 quick and sometimes really quick one of the best fast bowlers I'v ever faced congratulations on a brilliant career Mitch

— yuvraj singh (@YUVSTRONG12) November 17, 2015

Good luck to @MitchJohnson398 who has always been a special bowler. Got to know him well at @mipaltan and enjoyed his aggressive approach!

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) November 17, 2015

In an era when we didn't really see proper fast bowling @MitchJohnson398 was a pleasure 2 watch & see the batsmen hooping around #Gas

— Alex Tudor (@alextudorcoach) November 17, 2015

This guy was 1 scary bastard to face! Congrats on a gr8 career Bud! 1 of my favorite opponents! @MitchJohnson398 pic.twitter.com/LY8HHlwNkA

— Dale Steyn (@DaleSteyn62) November 17, 2015

I'll miss seeing that disgusting handlebar congrats on a dream fast bowling career, you'll be missed! @MitchJohnson398 #legend

— Megan Schutt (@megan_schutt) November 17, 2015

What a legend @MitchJohnson398 is. Will miss you steaming in for Aus. Congratulations on all you've achieved!!

— Alyssa Healy (@ahealy77) November 17, 2015

We saw the end of a fantastic career today, congrats @MitchJohnson398 you've captivated crowds around the world. Batsmen can rest easy now!

— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) November 17, 2015

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