Alun Wyn Jones to miss Wales clash against Wallabies

Wales lock Alun Wyn Jones is set to miss the upcoming Test against Australia at Millennium Stadium on Saturday following the death of his father.

The news was confirmed by a statement released by the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU).

"The thoughts and prayers of the WRU and the national squad are with Alun Wyn Jones and his family following the passing of his father Tim.

"Due to this, Alun Wyn will not be considered for selection this weekend."

Tim Jones, a former player of Swansea, died due to a long illness. After completing his degree in law, Tim worked in legal profession for 40 years.

Recalling the memories of his playing days with Tim, Swansea chairman Terry Morgan told the club's official website: "Tim and I played together from the late sixties toward the end of my playing days, and he was an ever-present personality with the All Whites' Former Players' Association from is inception in 1981, around the time he finished playing.

"He is remembered for his dry wit and sense of fun, as well as the enormous support he unassumingly gave behind the scenes to Swansea Rugby Club from his experience in the legal world.

"He had been ill for some time, but never complained.

"His footprint on the club is, like his father Ken - a great supporter - and his son Alun Wyn Jones, indelible. We will miss him.

"The thoughts of all at St Helen's are with his wife Anne, son Alun Wyn and daughter Lowrie at this especially difficult time."

Meanwhile, Wales skipper Sam Warburton has been released to play for Cardiff Blues to get some match practice and will also miss the Wallabies Test.