Jamie George Announces Retirement: England Captain's Last Season Confirmed

Former England captain Jamie George is to retire at the end of 2027 after agreeing a one-year contract extension with Saracens. George is to complete the 2026-27 season for the Prem club before retiring later that year to move into a new career in the "business world", a club statement said. The 35-year-old has been capped 105 times by England and captained his country during 2024 before acting as vice-captain to Maro Itoje. The hooker has also been selected for the British and Irish Lions on three tours and made more than 300 appearances for Saracens, having spent his whole career at the London club. "I have always been very open and honest and I wanted to continue to do that with regards to my retirement," George said. "I'm sure it seems early to be announcing this with another season to go, but I want to make sure I soak up every moment of my final season - I am more motivated than ever to finish my career at Saracens in a successful way."