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Cole to leave Tigers after 18 years for personal reasons

Cole to leave Tigers after 18 years for personal reasons

Summary

Dan Cole, a long-time player and staff member with the Leicester Tigers rugby team, is leaving the club after 18 years due to personal reasons. He played more than 340 games for the Tigers and, after retiring, took on a management role. Cole has expressed his respect and gratitude for the club as he steps down.

Key Facts

  • Dan Cole is leaving the Leicester Tigers after 18 years with the team.
  • He played for the Tigers from 2007 to 2025.
  • Cole became a recruitment and retention manager after retiring from playing.
  • He appeared in over 340 games, setting a record for league appearances.
  • He helped England reach the World Cup final in 2019.
  • Cole won four Premiership titles with the Tigers.
  • He was part of the England team for 118 matches, winning three Six Nations championships.

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