Cardiff Rugby are saddened to learn of the passing of Ken ‘DK’ Jones, the former Cardiff, Wales and British & Irish Lions centre.
DK as he was affectionately known was educated at Gwendraeth Grammar School, played for Tumble RFC and began his first class playing career with Llanelli.
He also represented Oxford University and won a Varsity Blue before linking up with Cardiff in 1965. The centre made 104 appearances over five seasons for the Blue and Blacks, won 14 Wales caps and was selected on two Lions tours, winning six Test caps.
Cardiff Rugby Life President Peter Thomas said: “I was fortunate to play with Ken during the 1960s. He was a brilliant player and more importantly a wonderful, delightful man. He was great company and a lot of fun.
“As a Test Lion, who scored a crucial first Test try on the 1962 Tour of South Africa and with more than 100 appearances for Cardiff, he has to go down as one of our great players.
“He will be missed by everyone that knew him and our thoughts go to his family and friends at this difficult time.”