Joe Powell and Joe Browning to leave Leicester Tigers

Leicester Tigers have confirmed that scrum half Joe Powell and outside back Joe Browning will be leaving the Gallagher Premiership club with immediate effect.

Powell made his senior rugby debut for the Canberra Vikings in Australia’s National Rugby Championship before stepping up to professional rugby with his Super Rugby debut in 2015 for the Brumbies. He also represented Australia Under 20 side before going on to make his Test debut for the Wallabies in 2017.

Having joined the Tigers on a short-term deal in summer, Powell has made seven appearances for the club till date scoring two tries.

Meanwhile, Browning, a product of Leicester Academy, has played six times for the club.

“It’s always tough to see good people leave and both these lads are exceptional people and they’ll be missed around the club.

“Joe Powell has obviously only been with us for a short time, and it’s never easy to come into an environment for a short period but Powelly worked his socks off every day and the lads loved having him around.

“For Joe Browning, who’s been a part of Tigers since school so it’s tough to see him go but it’s probably the right time for him to experience a new environment and play more rugby.

“The lads go with our best wishes and will always be welcome at Tigers.”