2:25 Leeds Rhinos captain Stevie Ward has announced his retirement from rugby league due to the two concussions he experienced early last year Leeds Rhinos captain Stevie Ward has announced his retirement from rugby league due to the two concussions he experienced early last yearLeeds Rhinos captain Stevie Ward has been forced to retire at the age of 27 due to concussions he suffered last year, saying he cannot put his health and brain at any further risk. Rylands has sent a pre-action letter of claim on behalf of nine rugby union players to World Rugby, the Rugby Football Union and the Welsh Rugby Union. 0:37 Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow - who is battling motor neurone disease - said it is an honour to receive an MBE Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow - who is battling motor neurone disease - said it is an honour to receive an MBE"I love the game of rugby league," Ward said in his retirement statement. Full retirement statement from Stevie WardToday I announce my retirement from rugby league due to the two concussions I suffered on January 19 and February 2, 2020. I love the game of rugby league.

Source: Sky sports January 05, 2021 13:30 UTC