Welsh full-back Williams retires from international rugby / Photo: William WEST - AFP/File
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Welsh full-back Williams retires from international rugby
Former Wales and British and Ireland Lions wing Liam Williams announced on Friday that he has retired from international rugby.
"I have decided that the time has come to say goodbye," he posted on Instagram.
The 34-year-old won 93 caps and scored 21 tries for Wales since making his debut in 2012.
He went on to win two Six Nations titles, including the 2019 Grand Slam, and reached the semi-finals of that year's World Cup -- although injury ruled him out of the match.
Williams also won five caps for the Lions across two tours, first to New Zealand in 2017 when he was the starting full-back in all three Tests and then in the Covid-affected 2021 tour to South Africa.
"From working as a scaffolder in Port Talbot steelworks, to pulling on that famous red jersey," he said in his post.
"It's been a journey built on hard work, sacrifice and the support of so many people along the way.
"The dedicated and loyal Welsh fans. Amazing team-mates, great coaches, the backroom staff and friends.
"To also represent the British and Irish Lions on two tours, and earn five caps, is an experience I'll always be grateful for.
"I step away from international rugby with no regrets, only pride and gratitude for the opportunity given to me. Diolch."
Williams began his club career with Scarlets, going on to represent Saracens, Cardiff and Japanese outfit Kubota. He will continue to play for Newcastle in the English Prem.
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