The Black Caps are losing the services of one of their most reliable performers of the last decade after BJ Watling announced his retirement from all cricket this morning.
The pugnacious wicket keeper was a central figure in New Zealand's rise in the test rankings, whether as an accomplished glove man or a gritty middle-order batsman.
In 73 tests, he had 257 dismissals - the ninth most of all time - and averaged better than 38 with the bat.
Black Caps coach Gary Stead says his absence will be felt by everyone in the team.
Veteran commentator Bryan Waddle spoke to Corin Dann about the loss.
