Barry John, the legendary former Cardiff, Wales and British and Irish Lions fly-half has died aged 79.
After making his debut in 1966, John played in 25 internationals for Wales and five Tests for the Lions and
A family statement read: “Barry John died peacefully today at the University Hospital of Wales surrounded by his loving wife and four children.
“He was a loving Dadcu to 11 grandchildren and a much-loved brother.”
Wales won three Five Nations titles, a Grand Slam and two Triple Crowns during his stint on the international stage.
John cemented his legacy against the 1971 All Blacks by playing a starring role in the historic 2-1 win over the hosts who dubbed John ‘The King’.
He retired the following year aged just 27.
John had been central to Wales’ 1971 Grand Slam – their first since 1952 – sealed by a 9-5 win against France in Paris, their first there for 14 years.
He made his debut as Wales beat Australia 14-11 in Cardiff…
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