Pollock was named joint man of the series after his side's 5-0 win

The 34-year-old scored the winning runs in his last match as South Africa beat the West Indies by eight wickets to win the one-day series 5-0.

"It's been a fantastic journey for me but retiring is all good. I have real peace about it," Pollock said.

"It's been a great profession to have for the last 12 years and I would do it all again. It's ended just perfectly."

Pollock, who was also South Africa's most economical bowler with 1-33 in his 10 overs, was named joint man of the series with South African batsman JP Duminy.

He admitted he had been surprised by the reaction from South Africa fans to his decision, with huge crowds turning out to say goodbye, but he maintained he had no regrets.

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

"My philosophy was very much 'keep it simple, stupid'."

Pollock finished on 10 not out after South Africa chased down a daunting target of 211 in 31 overs, revised due to rain interruptions.