ENGLAND’S most-capped men’s player Ben Youngs is to retire at the end of the season.

The 35-year-old scrum-half, who racked up his 332nd appearance for Leicester at the weekend, made his senior debut in 2007 and went on to win five Premiership titles.

“It’s a bittersweet feeling, really. Obviously, I’m sad at the thought it’s coming to an end but I’m excited about the rest of this season, excited about what this group can do,” said Youngs, who played in 127 Tests for his country.