Marlie Packer Bids Farewell to Saracens After Nine Remarkable Years
Marlie Packer, the celebrated England flanker and double World Cup winner, will leave Saracens at the end of the season, concluding a remarkable nine-year tenure with the club. At 36 years old, Packer has made an indelible mark, lifting three Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR) titles during her time with Sarries. Reflecting on her journey, Packer stated, "This club has been a huge part of my life and has given me memories I will carry with me forever. Leaving was not an easy decision, and I will miss being around the club and the girls, but I will always look back on these nine years with immense gratitude and pride." Packer's final home game for Saracens is scheduled for this Sunday, where they will face Exeter in the PWR semi-finals. Throughout her illustrious career, Packer has earned: 116 caps for the Red Roses Two World Cup victories in 2014 and 2025 Recognition as World Rugby women's 15s player of the year in 2023 Joining Saracens in 2017, she made an immediate impact by scoring six tries on her debut. Saracens director of rugby Alex Austerberry praised Packer as an "exceptional servant" to the club, noting her significance in shaping the team's legacy during the professional era. Austerberry remarked, "Her competitiveness, quality and ability to deliver in the biggest moments have helped shape this club throughout the professional era. Quite simply, she has embodied what it means to be a Saracen."
Source: BBC Sport - 2026-06-08