An emotional Greg Inglis has retired from the NRL at the age of 32, with the Maroons legend saying the time is right to call it quits while denying speculation his retirement is linked to mental health or injury issues. "That’s me calling time on my career. The Rabbitohs premiership winner said his retirement from the game wasn't a result of injuries because he had come back from dark times during his career. Inglis retires with 263 NRL games, playing in five grand finals and winning one premiership with the Rabbitohs in 2014. South Sydney, Queensland and Kangaroos legend Greg Inglis has announced his retirement from rugby league after a glittering career at club, state and international level. League great Peter Sterling says Storm star Dale Finucane is a certainty to be picked for the Blues as Brad Fittler weighs up selections for the seven remaining spots in his Origin squad after Sunday's grand final. "There has been a lot of speculation but as of today it’s official. At his devastating best, few players have been as destructive with ball in hand. "I just think it's time and I think it's the right decision for myself. No one else has called it. I couldn’t look at him. It's people around you that make you happy. "I’m thankful that the club gave me time to go home and see my family and talk to them about this," he said. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. "I've played over in England many times in representative footy and love how passionate and vocal the supporters are. It's not fair | Matt Cleary, Valentine Holmes' NFL dream alive after being picked up by New York Jets. "I just think it's time and I think it's the right decision for myself. No one else has called it. Inglis said he told his teammates after Saturday's dramatic win over the Warriors at the Sunshine Coast. He also won two grand finals with the Melbourne in 2007 and 2009, however both titles were stripped from the club due to its salary cap cheating. South Sydney captain Greg Inglis has confirmed he is retiring immediately after 14 seasons in the NRL. "What he has done for his clubs, for his people, for Queensland and for Australia over a long period time has been exceptional, and today he starts to walk the next path in his career. South Sydney chief executive Blake Solly says the club is fully behind Greg Inglis' decision to come out of retirement and sign for English Super League club Warrington for next season. Donald Trump is being given a drug only reserved for use in severe coronavirus cases. Inglis retires with 263 NRL games, playing in five grand finals and winning one premiership with the Rabbitohs in 2014. "One of the things that attracted me to come here was to work with Greg so the only thing I’m sad about is that I won’t get to coach him. South Sydney skipper Greg Inglis has called an immediate end to his glittering 15-year NRL career, almost two years before his planned retirement date. There are no regrets. He was an integral part of the Storm's 2007 and 2009 premierships - which were later stripped due to salary cap rorting - and helped break Souths' 43-year-long premiership drought in 2014. The way I see it, if I can't go out 100 per cent, I wouldn't be able to perform the best I can, that's what I expect of myself as a leader.". He has played 146 games for the Bunnies and scored 71 tries, including his memorable runaway try in the dying stages of the 2014 grand final over Canterbury. He won three NRL premierships and was voted the world's best player in 2009. “What a career,” he told reporters at Redfern Oval on Monday. "This club has given me everything, every opportunity. "My dad was a legend to me and he still is and unbeknown to me he jumped on a train and turned up here this morning to be with me. Damaging at both centre and fullback in club and representative football, Inglis made his name as Melbourne began their dominant era in 2006 and remained part of the Storm's success until forced to leave amid the salary cap scandal. The premiership winner is reportedly in line for an ambassador role with the club, while the NRL is also considering bringing Inglis on board due to his massive service to the game. I think he can have as great an impact on the next group of players as a coach and I’m looking forward to joining him on that path. He was just as dominant at representative level, forming arguably the greatest centre-wing combination in State of Origin history with Darius Boyd on Queensland's left edge. I think he can have as great an impact on the next group of players as a coach and I'm looking forward to joining him on that path. I get to work with the club and stay around Redfern and work with the boys and the community. The champion centre was almost unstoppable in his prime for club, state and country but the 32-year-old has been hampered by shoulder and knee injuries in recent years. Inglis was sent home last week by Souths coach Wayne Bennett to consider his future. Inglis has been employed by the Rabbitohs as a development coach since his retirement from the NRL last year after long-running battles with knee and shoulder injuries. Warrington is the reigning Challenge Cup holder but hasn't won the Super League since it was founded in 1996. He's certainly tried his best. "I’m happy with my decision. The 32-year-old told his Rabbitohs' teammates after last Saturday's win over the Warriors on the Sunshine Coast, but made a public announcement at a Rabbitohs press conference in Sydney on Monday. "This club has given me everything, every opportunity. Inglis played 39 Tests for Australia and 32 State of Origin games. I’ve come to terms with it.”. It is now an NRL tradition for each member of the winning team at Sunday's Grand Final to be presented with a gold and diamond ring marking their victory. "I didn't think it was real so I punched him in the chest and he cried.". "It’s not due to mental health or injuries, I just think it’s the right time for me. Inglis was insistent that he alone had made the call to hang up the boots. The Super League was suspended in March because of the coronavirus outbreak, and rugby league in England received a loan of 16 million pounds ($30 million) from the Government to help it through the crisis. Why the true number of coronavirus deaths is likely almost double the official toll. Trump may struggle to do the same, WHO warns '10 per cent' of world's population may be infected with COVID-19, The post-viral condition hitting some COVID-19 survivors. "I can't wait to get over there and play for a club that has so much rich heritage," Inglis said in a statement announcing his decision to return to the field in 2021. Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett said Inglis deserved all the accolades that come his way. What's the (golden) point of the NRL's extra-time lottery? For a bloke who can't lift his arm above his head, Greg Inglis looked like he had the weight of the world off his shoulders. I'm glad I didn't do that," he said. I felt wanted and felt I belonged there,” he said. The legendary Maroons star also reminded fans he didn't jump on the bandwagon with Origin with the Maroons on a horrendous losing streak at the time . They didn’t have to come today but that shows the care of the club. I've come to terms with it.". “I just think it’s time and the right decision for myself. “NSW was on the brink of winning four straight,” he said. "Greg has made a wonderful contribution to this club, both on and off the field, and following our discussions with him, we believe it is in his best interests for him to resume his playing career with Warrington next year," said Solly. 'Dangerous time': Haunting domestic violence warning for AFL, NRL grand final weekend, Rueful Ken Hinkley named AFL coach of 2020, Tough Perth hub was the making of Geelong, Shayna Jack injured after being ‘crushed’ by Nick Cummins on SAS Australia. Widely regarded as one of the best players of the last two decades, Inglis played 263 NRL games with the Melbourne Storm and the Rabbitohs, made 32 State of Origin appearances for Queensland and logged 39 Tests for Australia. He missed the Rabbitohs' win over the Warriors on the Sunshine Coast last Saturday. Inglis scored 194 points for the Norths Devils in the Queensland Cup. An emotional Greg Inglis has retired from the NRL at the age of 32, with the Maroons legend saying the time is right to call it quits while denying speculation his retirement is linked to mental health or injury issues. He has also battled knee issues. South Sydney captain, former Kangaroos skipper and Queensland great Greg Inglis, seen here after the 2014 NRL grand final victory alongside Sam Burgess, has announced his immediate retirement. He also won two grand finals with the Melbourne in 2007 and 2009, however both titles were stripped from the club due to its salary cap cheating. One of the most decorated players of the 21st century, Inglis has been battling a serious shoulder problem and hasn’t played since round two. "My teammates are here. "To get the opportunity to live in the UK, to play for such a powerhouse club that I believe is on the rise is something I'm looking forward to and hopefully I can add value to the team.". “Through conversations with people around him, he’s been able to come to a decision he is comfortable with. Wherever Inglis has gone, success followed. Greg Inglis announces 2020 retirement It began when he suffered a season-ending knee injury in round one of 2017. “It’s the hardest part, I think, of a footballer’s life, is to get to that point, to know when your time is up. I get to work with the club and stay around Redfern and work with the boys and the community.".
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