Easterby to retire from Test Rugby

Simon Easterby is retiring from international rugby, just two days after winning his 65th Irish cap.

Mon, 17 Mar, 2008 - 19:32

Simon Easterby is retiring from international rugby, just two days after winning his 65th Irish cap.

The 33-year-old, who played in every game of Ireland's Six Nations campaigns between 2004 and 2007, is Ireland's most capped back-row forward

The Llanelli Scarlets captain said that he feels the time is right to step down, and that he'll be spending the next two years concentrating on his club career.

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