Welsh nice Leigh Halfpenny will retire on the finish of the season, bringing an finish to an expert profession that spanned almost 20 years.
The 37-year-old received the final of his 101 caps in 2023, making 4 Take a look at appearances in three excursions with the British & Irish Lions, and was named Participant of the Collection within the 2013 win over Australia.
Halfpenny’s senior membership profession started with Cardiff in 2008 and has additionally featured at Toulon, Scarlets and Harlequins, earlier than returning to the Welsh area final summer season and also will finish on the Arms Park.
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Cardiff Rugby Life chairman Sir Gareth Edwards mentioned: “It’s inevitable that each participant involves the tip of their profession and I’m actually unhappy to see Lee finish this season.”
“He has achieved a lot within the sport and goes down as arguably one of many best gamers within the sport.
“He’s somebody I’ve admired, admired and loved watching through the years, particularly as a participant from Cardiff.
“Off the pitch, his persona makes him a really likeable younger man. He’s very humble and on the sport, he all the time has time for folks, regardless of the confusion that his peak generally brings.”
