Rowlands quits Wales before squad announcement

Will Rowlands played for Wasps and Dragons before moving to France

Lock Will Rowlands has retired from Wales international duty shortly before coach Steve Tandy announced his squad for the forthcoming November Tests.

The 34-year-old plays for French Top 14 side Racing 92 in Paris and his decision was announced by the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU).

Rowlands was a former England age-grade cap who opted to pursue Test honours via his Welsh heritage.

He helped Wales win the 2021 Six Nations and earned 41 caps, scored three tries and was named Wales' 2021 player of the year.