Tributes Paid to Former Warrington Wolves Prop Mark Jones
- Mark Jones, former Welsh dual-code rugby international, passed away at the age of 59 following a heart attack during a workout session at a gym in the Middle East in May 2025.
- Jones moved to the Middle East in 2005, where he worked as a lab technician and previously coached following his retirement from rugby in 2005.
- Jones earned 15 caps for Wales in rugby union, beginning with his 1987 debut against Scotland, and also represented Wales 11 times in rugby league, including appearances in two matches during the 1995 Rugby League World Cup.
- Throughout his career, he received six red cards and faced suspensions totaling more than 33 weeks due to violent behavior. In his 2023 autobiography, he revealed that his stammer caused deep frustration, which contributed to his problematic actions on the field.
- Tributes from coaches and teammates praised Jones as a talented player and great person, highlighting his impact on Welsh rugby and the deep loss felt within the rugby community.
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Wales rugby star Mark Jones dead at 59 after heart attack in gym
FORMER Wales rugby international Mark Jones has died suddenly at the age of 59. Wales Rugby League said Jones died of a heart attack while training at a gym in the Middle East. Mark Jones/Media WalesFormer Wales No 8 Mark Jones has died at the age of 59[/caption] Jones began his senior rugby career in union with local side Tredegar Ironsides before joining Tredegar RFC, then on to powerhouse side Neath in 1985. Neath said news of the death of th…
Mark Jones dead at 59: Wales rugby star dies after heart attack in gym
FORMER Wales dual-code rugby international Mark Jones has died suddenly at the age of 59. Wales Rugby League said Jones died of a heart attack while at a gym in the Middle East. Mark Jones/Media WalesFormer Wales No 8 Mark Jones has died at the age of 59[/caption] Neath said news of the death of their former player had left the club “heartbroken” and paid tribute to “a real force of nature”. Jones began his senior rugby career in union with loca…
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