England and Tigers winger Watson retires on medical grounds

Friday, 17 January 2025 (2 days ago)

England and Tigers winger Watson retires on medical grounds

England and Leicester Tigers winger Anthony Watson retires from professional rugby union on medical grounds because of a back injury.

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