Leicester Tigers hooker Tom Youngs announces rugby retirement

“I have no regrets and, looking back, am proud of what I have achieved at the only club I ever wanted to play for.”

Tom Youngs has confirmed his retirement from professional rugby after making 215 appearances for Leicester Tigers, as well as gaining 28 Test caps for England and three for the British & Irish Lions.

Tom Youngs, said: "I am so grateful to all of the teammates that have helped me along the way, coaches who have taught me so much and fans who have been there for me, cheering us on."

“I had always planned around this season being my last and I am comfortable with the timing of it now.

“I have no regrets and, looking back, am proud of what I have achieved at the only club I ever wanted to play for.”

His 200th club appearance was against Sale Sharks in January 2021, becoming the 95th player in Leicester Tigers history to reach the milestone.

After appearing for the club in the 2021/22 pre-season fixtures, Youngs took an indefinite leave from the game for personal reasons and has not featured during the current campaign.

Youngs, said: “Most of all, I want to thank my family for all that they have done to help me achieve what I have been able to do throughout my career,”

“My mum, my dad, my brother and all of my extended family, I am so lucky to have them.

“Finally, to my wife Tiff and daughter Maisie, I am lucky to have you alongside me and would not be where I am without you. Thank you both.”

Youngs’ retirement from the game is effective immediately.