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England Rugby Star Jonny May Retires from International Play

After a decade-long international rugby career and ranking as England's second-highest try scorer, May announces retirement post World Cup semi-final defeat.

  • Jonny May, 33, retires from international rugby following a 10-year career during which he ranked as England's second highest try-scorer with 36 out of 78 Tests.
  • He started five games in the 2023 World Cup in France and played his final game in the semi-final defeat against South Africa, but did not participate in the third-place victory over Argentina.
  • May mentioned the significant role of the fans in his journey, thanking them for the experiences at Twickenham and for making his career come to life.
  • He made his international debut in 2013 and represented England in the last three World Cups, including starting the final game in 2019 when they lost to South Africa.
  • May, who also plays club rugby for Gloucester, intends to remain connected to the England rugby team in spirit despite his retirement from physical play.
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