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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p>Andrew Strauss was born on March 2, 1977, in Johannesburg, South Africa. He lived in South Africa until the age of six, when his family relocated to England due to business pursuits. Strauss attended a boys' school during his early years and later enrolled at the University of Durham, where he pursued higher education. His passion for cricket emerged at a young age, and while spending time in Australia, he played youth cricket and reportedly crossed paths with future Australian fast <a href="/biography/brett-lee">bowler</a> <a href="/biography/brett-lee">Brett Lee</a>.</p>

<h2>Domestic Cricket Career</h2>
<p>Strauss began his professional cricket journey playing for Durham University before joining Middlesex County Cricket Club in 1996. In his debut match for Middlesex, he scored an impressive 83 runs. Despite a dip in form shortly afterward, Strauss found his rhythm by 2001, amassing 1,211 runs that season, which established him as one of the standout batsmen in English county cricket. He continued his strong form into the next season with 1,202 runs and recorded a career-best 1,529 runs in 2003.</p>

<p>Recognizing his consistent performances, Middlesex appointed Strauss as team captain in 2002. His domestic success made a strong case for national selection.</p>

<h2>International Debut and Rise to Prominence</h2>
<p>Strauss made a memorable debut for the England national cricket team in 2004 against New Zealand at Lord’s, scoring a century (112) in his first innings. This exceptional start helped cement his place in the team. Later that year, during the Ashes series, Strauss played a key role by scoring 126 runs in one of the Tests, further solidifying his reputation as a top-order batsman. His outstanding contributions and composed demeanor eventually led to his appointment as the England captain.</p>

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<h2>2005 Ashes Victory and Career Highlights</h2>
<p>The 2005 Ashes series was pivotal for English cricket, as England had not won the series since 1987. Under <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Vaughan">Michael Vaughan</a>’s captaincy, with Strauss as a vital team member, England delivered a historic victory. Strauss made significant contributions with the bat, playing a central role in the team’s triumph. He later described the 2005 Ashes win as the most memorable moment of his career.</p>

<p>Though his form dipped slightly in 2006, Strauss managed to recover with key performances that ensured his continued presence in the team. His resilience proved vital during a challenging period for English cricket.</p>

<h2>Later Career and Retirement</h2>
<p>In the aftermath of a 5-0 Ashes whitewash in 2006–07 by a dominant Australian side, England went through a period of restructuring. Strauss remained a prominent figure during this transition and succeeded <a href="/biography/kevin-pietersen">Kevin Pietersen</a> as England captain in all formats by 2009. Under his leadership, England climbed to the number one spot in the ICC Test rankings in 2011. He announced his retirement from all forms of cricket in 2012, ending a distinguished international career that included over 7,000 Test runs.</p>

<h2>Legacy and Personal Life</h2>
<p>Andrew Strauss is widely respected for his contributions to English cricket, both as a batsman and as a strategic and composed leader. Former England <a href="/biography/nasser-hussain">captain</a> <a href="/biography/nasser-hussain">Nasser Hussain</a> once described him as the best England captain in a long time. Strauss's leadership during the 2005 and 2009 Ashes series remains a high point in his career.</p>

<p>Following retirement, Strauss largely stepped away from the public cricketing sphere, though he did return to serve as England’s Director of Cricket for a period. He is married to Ruth McDonald, and the couple had two sons before her untimely passing in 2018. Strauss is remembered for his classical batting technique and exceptional leadership qualities. He maintains a sizeable following on social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook. His estimated net worth is around $20 million.</p>

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