The news of England batsman James Taylor's forced retirement came as a massive shock, and the cricket world reacted within minutes of the announcement.
Team-mates past and present, as well as those outside the England set-up, were quick to wish the 26-year-old all the best after the discovery of a serious heart condition ended his career.
Safe to say this has been the toughest week of my life! My world is upside down. But I'm here to stay and I'm battling on! #lifestooshort ????
— James Taylor (@jamestaylor20) April 12, 2016
@jamestaylor20 having life is a great option.Retirement is inevitable but for some of us it's just earlier than expected.Enjoy life %uD83D%uDC4A%uD83C%uDFFE
— fabrice muamba (@fmuamba) April 12, 2016
@jamestaylor20 good luck hero, stay strong mate looking forward to a catch up soon. ??
— Liam plunkett (@Liam628) April 12, 2016
@jamestaylor20 all with you bud so sorry to hear! Hell of a player, Wish you well bro ????
— Sam Billings (@sambillings) April 12, 2016
To say I'm gutted is an understatement! A team mate, room mate and one of the best! Your a tough buggar buddy, stay strong! @jamestaylor20
— Jonny Bairstow (@jbairstow21) April 12, 2016
Gutted for @jamestaylor20. Cruel news but he's one of the strongest guys I know with a brilliant family around him #cricketfamily
— Stuart Broad (@StuartBroad8) April 12, 2016
Unbelievably gutted for u @jamestaylor20. Most dedicated player I have seen, you will succeed in what ever u do next. Get well soon buddy x
— Luke Wright (@lukewright204) April 12, 2016
Honoured to have shared a field with you for the last 18 years @jamestaylor20. Already excited to see you excel again in your next career.
— Harry Gurney (@gurneyhf) April 12, 2016
Very sad news about @jamestaylor20 .. A great lad who will be greatly missed on the pitch but hopefully will stay involved with the game ..
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) April 12, 2016
Gutted … @jamestaylor20 is one of the Great people of our great game … The #CricketFamily will make sure we support his every need …
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) April 12, 2016
So sorry to hear the news @jamestaylor20… Real talent with a great attitude..
— Simon Jones MBE (@si610) April 12, 2016
Just read the news mate. Absolutely gutted for you. Hope to see you very soon fit and well @jamestaylor20 .Good luck for the operation.
— Tim Bresnan (@timbresnan) April 12, 2016
Sad news, One of the best i've played with & against & not a bad lad either. @jamestaylor20 hope to see you back at full health soon bud. ??
— Jack Brooks (@BrooksyFerret) April 12, 2016
Incredibly sad to hear that @jamestaylor20 has been forced to retire. Our thoughts are with you Titch and we hope you have a speedy recovery
— England's Barmy Army (@TheBarmyArmy) April 12, 2016
Terrible news about @jamestaylor20 , was good to meet and play against you this summer. In my thoughts big guy. Go well Titch.
— Dane Piedt (@dane_piedt63) April 12, 2016
Sorry to hear about @jamestaylor20 retirement from cricket…one hell of a player! Go well Titch!
— Chris Morris (@Tipo_Morris) April 12, 2016
Gutted for James Taylor, here's hoping he has a full and speedy recovery!!
— William Porterfield (@purdy34) April 12, 2016
Even those outside cricket had kind words for Titch.
@jamestaylor20 We wish you the very best from all of your friends at the Tigers #Tigersfamily
— Leicester Tigers (@LeicesterTigers) April 12, 2016
@jamestaylor20 sad to hear the news. Stay strong as 1 door closes others will open! Health is wealth
— Dexter Blackstock (@dexblackstock23) April 12, 2016
