Yet, she is not finished there, also helping the sport's side - having previously been a track athlete. Alun Wyn Jones (born 19 September 1985) is a Welsh professional rugby union player. Eddie Jones takes charge of the Barbarians, who will face off against a World XV, coached by former All Blacks coach Sir Steve Hansen, on 28 May. 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[27], In 2019 Jones captained Wales in their Grand Slam victory and was named Player of the Championship in a public vote. Professional Welsh rugby union player Alun Wyn Jones plays lock for the Ospreys and is the current captain of the Wales National Team. Alun Wyn Jones Popularity Most Popular #48581 First Name Alun #1 Born in Swansea, Wales #8 Rugby Player Born in Wales #5 Cancer Rugby Player #6 37 Year Old Rugby Player #5 Alun Wyn Jones Is A Member Of 37 Year Olds Rugby Players This made him the first substitute captain to lead the Lions to victory in the final test of a series since 1904.[37]. [41], Jones was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2020 Birthday Honours for services to rugby union in Wales. She was a Welsh 400m hurdles champion at Under-23 level while also competing at university and senior level - before packing her sporting career in to focus on studies. He is one of seven Welsh players to have won three Grand Slams[nb 1] and was named the best player of the 2019 Six Nations Championship. 2. Born in June 2015, Mali is their eldest daughter whereas Efa is the youngest one, who is aged four years old in 2022. 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He has also played in four World Cups 2007, 2011, 2015 and 2019. Alun Wyn Jones is from Wales. Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones will lead the 2021 British & Irish Lions on their tour of South Africa this summer with England's Kyle Sinckler and Ireland skipper Johnny Sexton missing out on the 37 . Wales lost 23-55 to New Zealand on 5 November Credit: Geoff Caddick/AFP. Im not saying hes rubbish but I wouldnt have him in my all time top 10 second rows by a long way, so can someone please tell me why he deserves to be worshiped as one of the modern day great players. Ospreys lock Jones, who has won 149 caps for his country, was. Both Jones' father and grandfather had previously played rugby for Swansea. Unfortunately, none of his family could be in the stadium to witness him set a new world record because spectators were not permitted due to Covid-19 restrictions. [21] Jones scored his first Six Nations try in the opening game of the 2009 championship against Scotland at Murrayfield. You can download the digital edition of Rugby World straight to your tablet or subscribe to the print edition to get the magazine delivered to your door. He is the world's most-capped rugby union player, and also holds the records for the most Wales caps and the most Wales caps as captain. 3. Jones made his Ospreys debut on 4 September 2005 in a 2220 win over Leinster[8] and having made several appearances as a replacement, Jones made his first Ospreys start against Border Reivers later that month.[9]. Dillon Lewis (Cardiff Rugby 45 caps), 19. He chatted with the world's most capped player, Alun Wyn Jones. The Real Housewives of Atlanta The Bachelor Sister Wives 90 Day Fiance Wife Swap The Amazing Race Australia Married at First Sight The Real . and our [38] During the Lions tour he became one of only seven Lions players to have beaten South Africa, Australia and New Zealand while touring these countries, following the 2421 win in the second test. Efa came along three years later in April 2018. READ MORE ON KATE MIDDLETON William, 40, met Welsh players at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, including Ken Owens, Alun Wyn Jones and the head coach, Warren Gatland. [15] Jones scored his first Wales try during the 2007 Rugby World Cup warm-up matches, crossing the line in a 2720 win over Argentina. Jones received his second Lions selection on 30 April 2013, for the tour to Australia. The Wales team will be named on Thursday. The Welsh rugby skipper regularly shares moments with his kids on the pitch, while also posting photos of his time with the girls on Instagram in between fixtures. With Wales in the middle of firebreak lockdown, the Six. He is a towering 6ft 6in and weighs 19st 3lb (122kg). Jones then started the first test alongside Paul O'Connell against South Africa, with the team losing 2621 in Durban. The Mail claim the 36-year-old second row veteran has agreed a one-year extension to his Ospreys contract. He was a part of Wales Six Nations Grand Slam wins in 2008, 2012 and 2019 as well as their 2013 championship title. Alun began his professional rugby career in 2004 when he joined Swansea RFC, but he is best known for his extended stint with The Ospreys who he signed with The Ospreys in 2005. Jones appeared as a replacement in the remaining two tests, a defeat and a win, as the series ended in a 21 defeat for the Lions. ALUN WYN JONES is looking for glory this summer with the British and Irish Lions in South Africa. Former England coach Eddie Jones has reportedly added several players who featured in the Red Rose squad during his tenure. 10. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. He was nominated for world player of the year in 2015 and 2019. He . After gaining her PhD in 2012, she became a lecturer of Physiology and Health at the Cardiff Metropolitan University. He played in goal for Mumbles Rangers, sailed boats (he sunk one), flew kites on the beach, played guitar and drums. I've got it all: I'm good-looking, I'm educated, I can sing, and I can play rugby. British and Irish Lions 2021. 3 Wales' Alun Wyn Jones was forced off against New Zealand with a shoulder issue It is a frightening sight of what is to come for Wales and their golden generation Wayne Pivac faces a. Francis was replaced at half-time by Dillon Lewis and will have a scan on Monday. Jones took part in the 2016 Six Nations and was originally paired with Luke Charteris who was then replaced by Bradley Davies. (Twitter/@KensingtonRoyal) Kate took over the rugby patronages from brother-in-law Prince Harry who relinquished them after stepping down as a senior royal and moving to the US. Alun Wyn Jones. Jones started in all three tests of the series against the All Blacks. Jones became first choice lock ahead of the 2007 Six Nations, appearing in all 5 games. 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