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JPR Williams is carried off the Cardiff Arms Park pitch after his final game for Wales
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JPR Williams is carried off the Cardiff Arms Park pitch after his final game for Wales
Rugby Union - 1979 Five Nations Championship - Wales 27 England 3
JPR Williams is chaired off the Cardiff Arms Park pitch by Welsh fans after playing his last international for his country.
He later came out of retirement the next year to play against the All Blacks, and played in two subsequent games for Wales
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In this iconic print captured by Colorsport Images, we witness a historic moment in Welsh rugby history. JPR Williams, the legendary fullback of Wales' national team, is being carried off the Cardiff Arms Park pitch by a sea of jubilant Welsh fans. This emotional scene marks the end of an era as Williams bids farewell to international rugby after his final game for Wales in the 1979 Five Nations Championship against England. The image perfectly encapsulates the deep admiration and respect that Welsh supporters held for their beloved player. As they hoist him high above their heads, it is evident that Williams has left an indelible mark on both his teammates and fans alike. However, fate had other plans for this remarkable athlete. Despite announcing his retirement from international play, Williams could not resist the call of the sport he loved so dearly. Just one year later, he emerged from retirement to face off against New Zealand's formidable All Blacks team. Not only did he participate in that match but also went on to represent Wales twice more. This photograph serves as a testament to JPR Williams' enduring legacy within Welsh rugby and showcases how deeply intertwined he was with his nation's sporting identity. It immortalizes a poignant moment when adoration and gratitude collided on that hallowed pitch at Cardiff Arms Park - forever etching JPR Williams into rugby folklore.
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