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Vaughan Steps Down as Captain
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Michael Vaughan stood down as England captain on Sunday 3 August 2008 after England lost the Test series to South Africa at Headingley.


 


  


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A Statement from Michael Vaughan


I came to the decision of resigning from my position as England Captain shortly after the end of the 3rd Test Match v South Africa, this was by no means a knee jerk reaction and was indeed something that I had been thinking about for a few weeks.

I feel that at this stage of my career this is the correct decision for both me and the team, the team I feel needs new guidance and I want to concentrate on prolonging my own international career, for which I genuinely feel I can play a major part in. I would also like to take the opportunity of wishing Kevin Pietersen all the best in his new role. He has an amazing record as a player and I am certain he can carry this record through to his captaincy.

Since taking over the role in 2003 it has been an unbelievable time in my life. Whilst I have experienced both highs and lows the experience of captaining your country is one that I will cherish.

Many people have played a huge part in my success, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for all their help and support. Firstly my family who have supported me through some tough times, all the players and staff within the England set up, and finally the fans, they have played a massive part in the success of the England team no more so than during 2005 Ashes series.

I am going to take a short break from the game now, and I will then return to play for my county and hopefully score the runs that will put me back into the England reckoning.

I want to wish the team all the success in the forthcoming nPower test match at the Oval and I hope to see them all again soon back in the England fold.

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