Pollock content with decision to retire

8220;It8217;s been a fantastic journey for me but retiring is all good. I have real peace about it,8221; Pollock told reporters.

Pollock, who was also South Africa8217;s most economical bowler on Sunday with one for 33 in his 10 overs, was named joint man of the series with South African batsman JP Duminy.

8220;To finish on a high has been awesome and it8217;s ended just perfectly.

8220;It8217;s been a great profession to have for the last 12 years and I would do it all again. My philosophy was very much 8216;keep it simple, stupid8217;,8221; Pollock said.

He was surprised by the impact his decision had had on cricket fans in South Africa, with all five matches watched by near capacity crowds.

8220;I8217;ve been blown away by the reception at every match. It could have been sad but I8217;ll take away such fond memories because the crowds have carried me,8221; he said.

Pollock finished on 10 not out after South Africa chased down a daunting target of 211 in 31 overs, revised due to rain interruptions, the bulk of the work being done by Herschelle Gibbs 102 and Jacques Kallis 74 not out in a second-wicket stand of 175 off 148 balls.

8220;It8217;s been an emotional rollercoaster and I feel drained and tired for the first time in my career,8221; Pollock said.