England’s Danny Care announces retirement from international rugby

England scrumhalf Danny Care announced his retirement from international rugby on Monday after winning 101 caps, ending more than 15 years of service for his country.

Earlier this month, the 37-year-old became the sixth player to play 100 times for England when he took the field as a substitute in the Six Nations victory over Ireland. He participated in all five matches of the tournament.

Care, who made his England debut in 2008, will continue to play for his Premiership club Harlequins.

“After much thought [over] “Over the last few months the time has seemed right for me and the team to retire from international rugby,” he said on social media.

“Playing once for England was a dream come true. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would have the opportunity to do it more than 100 times.”

Care ends his international career with 15 tries and three dropped goals during a tenure which also saw him win three Six Nations Championships, including a Grand Slam in 2016.

He has also appeared in two World Cups, briefly in 2015 and playing a part in England's run to the semi-finals in France in 2023.

Selected for the 2011 tournament, he was sidelined with injury and remained absent from Eddie Jones' 2019 squad.

“We are incredibly proud of Danny and everything he has achieved for England,” said Harlequins director of rugby Billy Millard.

“It’s a huge testament to his character, hard work and professionalism and we congratulate him on his fantastic career in England and look forward to his continued impact at Quins.”