He's been such a consistent and courageous player for England - it's really sad to see him retire. An immense tackler and super high work rate, doing a massive amount of unseen work. I hope the Chessum and Martin et al fill his very big shoes in their own way.
This actually brought a tear to my eye. He has always been my favourite player. I would tune in with eager eyes whenever he is announced in the line-up for saints. Such a star player. I would watch him then try recreate his moments when I would play growing up. I particularly enjoyed when him and Samu Manoa would compete for the most big hits per game, earning them the nicknames ‘The Bosh Brothers’. I’ll probably watch this video every year to celebrate his triumphs. Cheers Courtney
Thanks for making this, mate! It was Courtney who revolutionised "target the ten." I could only dream of tackling as well as him! By the way, are you considering a tribute for Ben Youngs? I would love to see it!
2023 was his best tournament. He was exceptional every game. I truly believe this current iteration is the best form of Courtney lawes. His game awareness is way better than it used to be. He's not lost any of that athleticism and strength he's always had. Now he's making turnovers, winning penalties and going toe to toe with the best back rows in the world. England's loss is Northampton's gain. Hopefully, he can be tempted by a lions tour to aus 🤞🤞🤞
Excellent player, I'm welsh so happy we won't have him to deal with any more but sad to see a good player hang up his boots. I also really appreciate that you're showcasing great players doing what they do best. There was a time when highlights reels for world-class forwards would consist of a few attacking contributions and them running in tries untouched from a few metres out, but you clearly dig deep into game footage to show off the extent of their abilities. It's probably difficult to get enough game footage but I would have loved to see a reel like this made for the likes of McCaw and Pocock back in the day. Thanks for what you do!
Fantastic player and loved watching him. One of the best defensive players around, great engine, big hits, turnovers, lineouts, he was superb & will leave a big hole
Completely idolised lawes growing up playing as a second row. Always gave everything for England and seemed to just get better and better, especially over the last few years. Will be incredibly difficult to replace
Absolute legend of English Rugby imo. Remember when he first started off and how he was quickly getting a name for putting in monster hits, people slated him for only hitting backs until he started smashing the likes of Bastereaud. He's been a great servant to English Rugby, always put in 100% and went about his business quietly but ferociously.
Mental that he's been playing for England since 2009, yet every single one of those breakdown penalties was in the last 2 years. Has there ever been a player who's evolved his game so much, so many times over his career?
My favourite current-generation England player. When he earned his first few caps, he made a name for himself racing out of the line and putting in huge hits, and since then he's also become a proper menace at the breakdown and fantastic in the lineout. Nothing but respect for him.
Un énorme joueur !! Un fusil a pompe lors des impacts un vrai guerrier !! ( plisson,para le connaisse bien 😁) .un joueur spectaculaire qui m'a fait regarder les matchs de l équipe d Angleterre .
That ankle tap from Mitchell saved a try. Daly’s hips are already turned toward the overlap by the incoming dummy. Arendse would’ve stepped him and then it’s good night nurse.
🇿🇦 Average lock, world class flank. Can never understand why other countries play 2m hyper-mobile ball hawks and tackling machines at lock. Gives you three legit lineout options, three locks in the scrum and maul, and extra oomph in the tight loose and ruck clean out. If Beirne or Scott Barrett were Safrican they’d be 10kg lighter and not see a day outside of a seven jersey. (Although we wasted PSdT at lock for a year or two, so…)
Such a shame he’s going as he’s playing the best rugby of his career. Fantastic servant and role model, turned into a great leader for England. Well done Courtney and enjoy your retirement
I always thought that Courtney Lawes was to lightweight and ‘bendy’ for a 2nd row and playing out of position as a 6.I was wrong on both accounts.A true great in both positions and kept his best for the last RWC. England’s player of the competition.
Another one who's been underappreciated in his time. Was decent as a youth player, but only really got noticed later in his career. Could have probably won another 50 caps if not for injury.
More than capable of playing 4,5,6 or 7 at the highest level, but in my opinion, Lawes is the best blindside (6) England have produced in a generation. He's a Rolls Royce of a player that would get into any team in the world, and even though the world cup hasn't ended the way they had hoped, he should be lauded for how brilliant he's been in an England shirt.
He's been such a consistent and courageous player for England - it's really sad to see him retire. An immense tackler and super high work rate, doing a massive amount of unseen work. I hope the Chessum and Martin et al fill his very big shoes in their own way.
Agreed. @all.
There's a joke among French rugby fans that Jules Plisson's greatest test-level rugby moment is that time he got decapitated by Courtney Lawes at 7:18
What a player, sad to see Hes retiring from international.
This actually brought a tear to my eye. He has always been my favourite player. I would tune in with eager eyes whenever he is announced in the line-up for saints. Such a star player. I would watch him then try recreate his moments when I would play growing up.
I particularly enjoyed when him and Samu Manoa would compete for the most big hits per game, earning them the nicknames ‘The Bosh Brothers’.
I’ll probably watch this video every year to celebrate his triumphs. Cheers Courtney
Agreed. He’s an absolute legend in Northampton.
Thanks for making this, mate!
It was Courtney who revolutionised "target the ten." I could only dream of tackling as well as him!
By the way, are you considering a tribute for Ben Youngs? I would love to see it!
Definitely in the works, should be out next week :)
That hit on Plisson was next level! 👌🏻
@@AndrewDavidForde Thanks, mate!
2023 was his best tournament. He was exceptional every game.
I truly believe this current iteration is the best form of Courtney lawes. His game awareness is way better than it used to be. He's not lost any of that athleticism and strength he's always had. Now he's making turnovers, winning penalties and going toe to toe with the best back rows in the world.
England's loss is Northampton's gain. Hopefully, he can be tempted by a lions tour to aus 🤞🤞🤞
Excellent player, I'm welsh so happy we won't have him to deal with any more but sad to see a good player hang up his boots. I also really appreciate that you're showcasing great players doing what they do best. There was a time when highlights reels for world-class forwards would consist of a few attacking contributions and them running in tries untouched from a few metres out, but you clearly dig deep into game footage to show off the extent of their abilities. It's probably difficult to get enough game footage but I would have loved to see a reel like this made for the likes of McCaw and Pocock back in the day. Thanks for what you do!
Fantastic player and loved watching him. One of the best defensive players around, great engine, big hits, turnovers, lineouts, he was superb & will leave a big hole
Completely idolised lawes growing up playing as a second row. Always gave everything for England and seemed to just get better and better, especially over the last few years. Will be incredibly difficult to replace
Absolute legend of English Rugby imo. Remember when he first started off and how he was quickly getting a name for putting in monster hits, people slated him for only hitting backs until he started smashing the likes of Bastereaud. He's been a great servant to English Rugby, always put in 100% and went about his business quietly but ferociously.
Bastereaud was a back as well, but I get your point. 😂
@@robertstrachan3482 A back that wouldn't look out of place at front row 😂
@@Srioll IIRC he weighed in around 19 stone.
Love these videos. Cheers mate 👍
Thank you for everything you have given for England Courtney....
Great video tribute
We asked, you listened! A great video for one of the greatest to pull on the red rose shirt. 👍
Good of you to include the ‘Ashton’ try.
That's the one I wanted. Seeing the over lap being brave sums up his great career.. Thank you
Thank-you ‘Sir' Courtney.....
.......much was promised.......and you delivered.
Huge respect.
That hit on Bastareaud jeez. Big man legend thanks for your service to England from a Quins fan
Mental that he's been playing for England since 2009, yet every single one of those breakdown penalties was in the last 2 years.
Has there ever been a player who's evolved his game so much, so many times over his career?
A great man and excellent player. Thank you for being a good sport and well balanced individual. From a Bok fan.
My favourite current-generation England player. When he earned his first few caps, he made a name for himself racing out of the line and putting in huge hits, and since then he's also become a proper menace at the breakdown and fantastic in the lineout. Nothing but respect for him.
Great video mate! Realistically this could have been half and hour plus 😂
Turnover machine, heart, belief and recognition he needed to grow. Proud is the feeling when I see him play
Un énorme joueur !! Un fusil a pompe lors des impacts un vrai guerrier !! ( plisson,para le connaisse bien 😁) .un joueur spectaculaire qui m'a fait regarder les matchs de l équipe d Angleterre .
My favourite ever Rugby player what a career
That ankle tap from Mitchell saved a try. Daly’s hips are already turned toward the overlap by the incoming dummy. Arendse would’ve stepped him and then it’s good night nurse.
That first clip really sums him up, comes from so far but never gave up! Most players wouldn’t have bothered their arse from there.
World class player, with deep respect from all fans, and teams, you will be missed so much.
What a menace he is. The sort of player you definitely want on your side not theirs.
What a legend 🔥🔥🔥
So much hunger, intelligence, and physicality on the pitch. I'm hoping someone like Ludlam might be able to fill his shoes for us long-term at 6.
i think george martin is the best clear heir to Lawes
@@edmiller6089 Martin absolutely gonna be a longterm starter, but like him at lock. Also really want Ludlam playing, and 6 seems to be most likely.
@@jonathandeleyser1782 yeah I do like Ludlam too
Ludlam always gives his best no matter the situation as Saffa I am surprised why he gets so few matches
🇿🇦 Average lock, world class flank.
Can never understand why other countries play 2m hyper-mobile ball hawks and tackling machines at lock.
Gives you three legit lineout options, three locks in the scrum and maul, and extra oomph in the tight loose and ruck clean out.
If Beirne or Scott Barrett were Safrican they’d be 10kg lighter and not see a day outside of a seven jersey.
(Although we wasted PSdT at lock for a year or two, so…)
I genuinely believed he had another World Cup in him. A big loss for England rugby, the jackal and tackle king
Such a shame he’s going as he’s playing the best rugby of his career. Fantastic servant and role model, turned into a great leader for England. Well done Courtney and enjoy your retirement
Absolute king of the breakdown, we’ll miss him.
Top man !!
I always thought that Courtney Lawes was to lightweight and ‘bendy’ for a 2nd row and playing out of position as a 6.I was wrong on both accounts.A true great in both positions and kept his best for the last RWC. England’s player of the competition.
Truly world class
Legend.
Another one who's been underappreciated in his time. Was decent as a youth player, but only really got noticed later in his career. Could have probably won another 50 caps if not for injury.
Absolute unit
How do we replace this man? A turbo charged JCB would do the job nut not with the same mixture of strength, guile and finese.
I go back to that smash on Plisson at least once a month
England legend
His workrate is second to none
Legend!!!!!!!!!
Still near the peak of his game
Sad how he's left the team of England I don't think anyone will take his place in the team ❤❤
Legend
He'll be hard to replace.
I miss him already
Top 3 England GOAT
Deserves a Twickenham send off. One more six nations please
bro has a 25 year career and gets a 9 minute highlight reel
Sad he’s retiring
George Martin looks like his heir-apparent
lord of the turnover
Wyd wit kante
Enjoy retirement
He would have been better if he was Welsh
More than capable of playing 4,5,6 or 7 at the highest level, but in my opinion, Lawes is the best blindside (6) England have produced in a generation.
He's a Rolls Royce of a player that would get into any team in the world, and even though the world cup hasn't ended the way they had hoped, he should be lauded for how brilliant he's been in an England shirt.