Dale Steyn has retired from Tests with immediate effect, finishing as South Africa's highest wicket-taker. The 36-year-old took 439 wickets in 93 Tests, overtaking Shaun Pollock earlier this year. He will continue to be available for ODI and T20I selection.

"Today I walk away from a format of the game I love so much," Steyn said. "In my opinion Test cricket is the best version of this game. It tests you mentally, physically, emotionally. It's terrible to consider never playing another Test again but what's more terrifying is the thought of never playing again at all. So I will be focusing on ODIs and T20s for the rest of my career to maximise my full potential and ensure my longevity in this sport.

"I'd like to thank everyone in cricket, no one specific, because everyone has been a part of my journey. And I look forward to continuing to play for the Proteas in the shorter formats. Thank you."

Steyn battled various injuries over the last few years, and after what seemed like a successful comeback to all formats late last year, a shoulder injury kept him out of this year's World Cup. He was recently picked up as a marquee player for Euro T20 Slam franchise Glasgow Kings.

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