Tributes pour in for to legendary Wales wing JJ Williams after death aged 72

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WALES rugby legend JJ Williams has died at the age of 72. The British & Irish Lions legend helped Wales to huge success in the 1970s. Former sprinter Williams helped his country to four F…

— Shane Williams Robshaw and Barbarians Covidiots escape police action for coronavirus breachCENTURIONBarbarians Covidiots to find out if they face police probe over rule breachAnother former club, Scarlets, tweeted: "We are deeply saddened to hear that our former player JJ Williams has passed away."Our thoughts are with JJ's family, many friends and former team-mates at this sad time. A true great of Welsh rugby.

Another Wales wing legend, Shane Williams, added: "So sorry to hear that JJ Williams has passed away!Current England boss Eddie Jones told talkSPORT: "It's very sad. "I remember as a schoolboy growing up our PE teacher showing us videos of that great Welsh side and that great commentary, I think Bill McLaren used to call those games."He gave a lot to the game and also very good memories to Welsh people - and obviously everyone else around the world. So all the condolences to his family."We would like to extend our sincerest condolences to his family, friends and former teammates.

 

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