Wasps coach says Dallaglio one of the greatest captains in rugby history

LAWRENCE DALLAGLIO has been hailed by Wasps coach Shaun Edwards as a “shining example” and one of the greatest captains in rugby history.

Dallaglio, 35, has retired from England duty with immediate effect and he will bring the curtain down on a remarkable 18-year playing career, which has spanned both the amateur and professional eras, at the end of this season.

Dallaglio cites the British and Irish Lions series victory over South Africa in 1997 as the pinnacle of an international career which included England’s 2003 World Cup triumph and 22 Tests as captain.