Rugby-England winger Nowell declares himself unavailable for World Cup

FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - European Champions Cup - Quarter Final - Exeter Chiefs v Stormers - Sandy Park, Exeter, Britain - April 8, 2023 Exeter's Jack Nowell Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers/File Photo

(Reuters) - England winger Jack Nowell said he will not put himself forward for selection at the Rugby World Cup in France as he continues to manage his recovery from a knee injury.

Nowell, who featured at the last two World Cups, has only played in the Champions Cup for Exeter Chiefs since the end of March and the 30-year-old said he will take some time off before his expected move to European champions La Rochelle next season.