Curry twins commit long-term futures to Sale Sharks

Sale Sharks have secured the services of England internationals Ben and Tom Curry for the foreseeable future, with both players signing new long-term contracts with the club.

The 26-year-old twin brothers, who both made their professional debuts in 2016, have grown into two of the most influential figures at the club.

Ben, the current club captain, has racked up 184 appearances and has been a cornerstone in the back row since the departure of former skipper Jono Ross.

“This is my childhood club. I can remember being there to watch the final game at Edgeley Park and now to be club captain means everything. I'm enjoying where I'm at right now and I think there are opportunities to win trophies in the coming years,” said Ben.

Tom Curry, who burst onto the scene as the youngest player to represent Sale in European competition, followed it up with a try on his Premiership debut just two weeks later.

Since then, he has gone on to earn over 60 caps for England and was an integral part of the British and Irish Lions squad in 2021, starting all three Tests against South Africa.

“I grew up watching and loving Sale Sharks and to me, this is the pinnacle and I don't want to leave. We've said for so long that this club has potential and we're close, but I don't feel that's right any more.

"We're there and I really believe that whether it's this season or next, this team will win the big trophies,” Tom declared.

Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson spoke highly of the twins' influence, both on and off the pitch.

“I'm so happy because we were desperate to keep both Ben and Tom.

"They're so good, so special, so important to the team and we're blessed to have them. They lead by example, they put the team first all the time, they play through pain, through fatigue and they challenge me and the environment every day.”