Flanker David Croft has admitted that he would be doing the Reds "a disservice" if he carried on playing past the end of the season.
Reds flanker decides time is right to end his playing career
Former Australian flanker David Croft has admitted that he would be doing the Reds "a disservice" if he carried on playing past the end of the season.
The 29-year-old has announced that he will quit the sport at the end of the current campaign despite having a year left to run on his current deal.
However Croft insists he is not motivated by money and feels that after 114 games for the Queensland franchise - including 92 consecutive Super 14 matches since 2001 -the time is right to go.
"I would be doing Queensland Rugby, my team-mates and myself a disservice by playing on if my heart's not in it," Croft said.
"For me, it's either all or nothing.
"I believe it is much better making that decision now and giving the Reds time before next season, to free up funds to recruit new players.
"Money is not my motivation for playing. I'm 29, I've completely devoted myself to playing professional rugby for more than 10 seasons. I just want to do something different.
"I have been given the privilege of representing my state in over 110 games and my country at the highest level, and I am happy to leave with no regrets."
