After 26 years behind the microphone, rugby legend Brian Moore is ready to call it a day. The former England hooker, known for his sharp insights and no-nonsense commentary, will broadcast his final match this Sunday when England's women take on France in the Women's Six Nations decider.

Moore, 64, earned 64 caps for England and toured twice with the British and Irish Lions during a formidable playing career. But it's his second act as a co-commentator for BBC Sport and other networks that truly cemented his place in rugby lore. "It has been an honour and a pleasure to be allowed into many nations' front rooms, clubhouses, and bars over many years," Moore wrote in his Daily Telegraph column. "Thank you for the memories. And if you didn't like me? Well, you can't please everybody."

There's a poetic symmetry to his farewell. Moore has been a champion of women's rugby since 1991, and calling England's recent World Cup triumph was a career highlight. Now, he'll sign off with the Red Roses chasing a record-breaking fifth consecutive Grand Slam against France. "It is delightfully appropriate," he said.

Moore isn't disappearing entirely. He teased "other things coming up" that he'll reveal next month. And he's not one to go quietly. A qualified solicitor who passed the RFU refereeing exam in 2010, Moore has long been a vocal critic of scrum law enforcement—particularly straight feeds. "Referees could easily spot things like not-straight feeds," he said, "something they have consistently and disingenuously claimed is impossible. I will remain frustrated that my attempts to get them to enforce the law have failed."

For fans, it's the end of an era. Moore's voice—equal parts authority, wit, and the occasional rant—has been a staple of rugby broadcasts for decades. Whether you loved him or found him hard to please, there's no denying his impact on the game. As one colleague put it: "He and Eddie Butler were the voices of men's rugby that I'd been brought up with. How on earth would I ever fit into this world?"

Sunday's match will be more than a title decider. It's a farewell to a man who gave everything to the sport—on the pitch, in the commentary box, and in the stands. Enjoy the final call, Brian. You've earned it.