Easterby: time was right to quit international arena

SIMON EASTERBY has announced his retirement from international rugby only two days after winning his 65th cap for Ireland.

Tue, 18 Mar, 2008 - 00:00
Colm O’Connor

The former British and Irish Lion, who turns 33 in July, chose St Patrick’s Day to call it a day. He won his last cap as a replacement against England at Twickenham on Saturday.

The Llanelli Scarlets captain believes the time is right to walk away from the international stage.

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