Deutsche Tageszeitung - Ex-Fiji captain Nayacalevu has 'no regrets' over Test retirement

Ex-Fiji captain Nayacalevu has 'no regrets' over Test retirement


Ex-Fiji captain Nayacalevu has 'no regrets' over Test retirement
Ex-Fiji captain Nayacalevu has 'no regrets' over Test retirement / Photo: © AFP/File

Former Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu said on Wednesday he had "no regrets" as he announced his retirement from international rugby.

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Centre Nayacalevu played the last of his 43 Tests in November's loss to Ireland having skippered the Pacific Islanders for the first time in 2021.

The 34-year-old has joined Nice for next season, after their relegation to the French third-tier.

"Today is not a goodbye to rugby. It's just the end of one chapter," Nayacalevu said on Instagram.

"I look forward to giving back —- whether it's mentoring the next generation, supporting our grassroots programs, or simply being a proud fan in the stands.

"I retire with no regrets, only gratitude — for every try scored, every challenge faced, and every anthem sung.

"This jersey may leave my shoulders, but it will never leave my heart," he added.

(M.Dorokhin--DTZ)