A charity rugby match in Pembroke on the weekend, arranged by Richard Jones to raise funds for Wales Air Ambulance and Friends of Morriston Hospital, both of whom provided so much support after his horrific road accident that saw him lose a leg, has raised just over £6k.

Last Saturday, despite the very challenging weather, Pembroke RFC hosted the charity match organised by ex-player Richard Jones.

A very large crowd turned up to support him, his partner Michaela, family and many friends, who ran the whole day’s activities, which was designed to raise funds for Wales Air Ambulance and Friends of Morriston Hospital, both of whom provided so much support at the time of and since his horrific road accident three years ago that saw him lose a leg.

Prior to the main match between Pembroke RFC and Richard’s guest Misfits squad at 2 pm, the Pembroke Panthers gave an exhibition of their skills in a non-contact session.

The whole day proved a massive success, with the men’s teams putting on a very competitive and entertaining display in front of a very appreciative crowd.

Richard and his family were delighted to confirm that all of the fundraising activities from the day had raised just over £6k for his chosen charities.

Prizes raffled on the day to help raise money included an aeroplane ride for one with ex-Wales international Ian Gough in his personal plane.

After the game a packed clubhouse witnessed an excellent pre-World Cup victory for Wales over England; no doubt everyone would like to see a repeat next weekend and this new young squad gain confidence prior to travelling to take on Fiji in their first tournament match.