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Former Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back JPR Williams dies aged 74


Former Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back JPR Williams has died at the age of 74. Williams, a fearless player known for his aggressive and attacking style, won 55 Wales caps and started all eight Tests on victorious Lions tours to New Zealand in 1971 and South Africa three years later. He was revered among fellow Wales greats like Sir Gareth Edwards, Phil Bennett and Gerald Davies, and regarded as one of rugby union’s finest players. His death was announced by Bridgend Ravens, a club that Williams served as a player and club president.



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