Former England captain Lawes comes out of international retirement
Published on April 7, 2026.
Former England captain Courtney Lawes has announced his retirement from international rugby after Sale Sharks agreed to sign him for the 2026-27 season. The 37-year-old, who won 105 caps for England during a 14-year international career, will join Sale on a one-year contract after two seasons in France with Brive. Lawes hopes his strong form in the Premiership could earn him another call-up under England coach Steve Borthwick. He also mentioned that Sale were one of only a few clubs he might consider returning to the Premiership.
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