Paul Collingwood: 'Jonathan Trott's health more important than cricket'

Durham cricketer Paul Collingwood has insisted that Jonathan Trott's health takes priority over the Ashes series following the England batsman's exit from the tour in Australia.

The 32-year-old left the squad today due to a stress-related illness, which coach Andy Flower claims he has been "struggling" with for some time.

Collingwood wrote on Twitter: "Cricket is important but your health is your life. Hope Trotty recovers enough to get back to the top #trott #ashes

"Now is the time to fight for these Ashes like never before, face to face. Good luck boys you know you can do it #england #ashes."

England currently trail 1-0 in the series.