Ispent 10 days on a drip in hospital and played at the weekend – it was the beginning of my career falling apart [Video]

WYN JONES has opened up on the injury hell that left him fearing for his rugby career.

Just three years ago, the Welshman was starting at loose-head prop for the Lions during their tour of South Africa.

Fast forward to 2024 and Jones is now a reserve with Harlequins, his international career firmly on hold.

The 32-year-old was let go by Scarlets over the summer after more than a decade with the club.

Jones’ injury hell began during the Lions tour of 2021, where he ended up in hospital just days before the first Test.

Coach Warren Gatland was desperate to get the 19-stone Welshman onto the field – whatever the cost.

Jones told The Times: “I was named to start the first Test.

“I …