Courtney Lawes: Ex-England captain available for international squad after signing for Sale
By Chris Peddy
Published on April 7, 2026.
Former England captain, Courtney Lawes, has announced he is "officially unretiring from international duty" after signing with Sale Sharks for the 2026-27 season. The 37-year-old second row won three Six Nations Championships and played in the 2019 World Cup final during his 14-year England career. He also spent his entire club career with Northampton Saints before leaving in 2024.
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