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Rugby Union: England scrum-half Danny Care announces international retirement

England scrum-half Danny Care has retired from international rugby.

The 37-year-old – who is Harlequins’ record appearance-maker with 369 outings for the team – made his Test debut in 2008 and has gone on to amass 101 England caps.

He scored 15 tries for his country, with the last of those coming in a World Cup win over Samoa in France last October.

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Care played in all five of England’s Six Nations games this year as Steve Borthwick’s team finished third, with his 100th international appearance coming in their stunning 23-22 win over eventual champions Ireland earlier this month.

“To play for England once was a dream come true,” Care said. “Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d get the opportunity to do it over 100 times.

“After a lot of reflection over the past few months the time feels right, for myself and the team, to retire from international rugby.

“The past 12 months in this England team have been arguably my favourite, making memories that my family and I will cherish and remember forever.”

Care helped England win Six Nations championships in 2011, 2016 and 2017, with the second of those campaigns ending with the team completing the Grand Slam.

 

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Harry Carr
Harry Carr
Harry is a freelance sports journalist with experience of working for the Racing Post, Stats Perform, Opta Analyst and more, covering major events across all sports but holding a particular love for the beautiful game.
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