Overview
- Lawes, who was confirmed Tuesday for the 2026/27 season at Sale, said he is “officially un-retiring” to be available for England selection.
- Returning to the Premiership makes him selectable again under England’s practice of picking home-based players for major tournaments.
- He will complete the current campaign with Brive, which is in France’s Pro D2 play-off race, before moving to Sale for next season.
- Lawes said he hopes strong club form earns a recall from head coach Steve Borthwick and could open a path to a fifth World Cup in 2027.
- Reports said Leicester pursued him, but he chose Sale, a decision shaped by his long Northampton ties and family links to Cheshire.