Summary
Former England rugby captain Courtney Lawes is coming out of retirement to potentially play for England again. He has signed with the Sale Sharks rugby team for the 2026-27 season after previously retiring from international rugby in 2023.
Key Facts
- Courtney Lawes is a former England rugby captain with 84 international matches (caps) played.
- He played in the 2019 World Cup final and won three Six Nations championships.
- Lawes retired from international rugby after the 2023 World Cup.
- He is signing with the Sale Sharks for the 2026-27 season.
- Lawes previously played for Northampton Saints, winning two Premiership titles.
- He joined the French team Brive in 2024.
- Lawes aims to perform well for Sale Sharks and is open to playing for England again.
