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John Peter Rhys Williams [1] MBE FRCS (2 March 1949 – 8 January 2024) was a Welsh rugby union player who represented Wales in international rugby during their Golden Era in the 1970s. He became known universally as J. P. R. Williams (or sometimes just as JPR ) four years after his Welsh debut, in 1973 when J. J. Williams (also John) joined the Welsh team.
Jan 8, 2024 · John Peter Rhys Williams, known simply as JPR, made his Wales debut as they beat Scotland 17-3 at Murrayfield in the 1969 Five Nations. Wales and British and Irish Lions rugby legend JPR Williams ...
Jan 8, 2024 · The death of Wales rugby legend JPR Williams has been announced on Monday evening. He was 74 years-old. The tragic news was confirmed by his former club Bridgend, sparking a wave of tributes ...
- Mark Orders
Jan 8, 2024 · JPR Williams, centre, in 1981. Credit: PA "An icon of the world game, John Peter Rhys Williams served Bridgend Ravens as a player and most recently as club president.
Jan 8, 2024 · Wales and British and Irish Lions rugby legend JPR Williams has died aged 74, his former club has announced. He played a big part in Wales' success in the 1970s - helping them to three Grand Slams ...
Jan 8, 2024 · Williams was part of the golden era of Welsh rugby in the 1970s, one of just a handful of players from the principality to win three five nations grand slams. JPR Williams never lost a Test ...
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Jan 8, 2024 · Wales rugby legend JPR Williams has died aged 74 after a short illness, his family have confirmed. Part of the golden era of Welsh rugby in the 1970s, Williams was capped 55 times for his country ...
