Porecki makes surprise call to retire after breaking back into Wallabies

Capped 21 times for the Wallabies, Porecki said it was the right time to start a new chapter in his life.

RETIREMENT: Australia hooker Dave Porecki has retired from professional rugby only weeks after reviving his test career. Pic: Cameron Spencer/Getty Images

Australia hooker Dave Porecki has retired from professional rugby only weeks after reviving his test career.

The New South Wales Waratah battled injuries in recent seasons but made his first Australia appearance under coach Joe Schmidt against Fiji last month after nearly two years out of the Wallabies.