England stars pay tribute to Jack Adams as former Bristol and Gloucester centre dies, aged 34

Jack Adams, who made more than 50 appearances for Bristol, has died following a battle with cancer

Bristol Bears fly-half Callum Sheedy and England internationals Danny Cipriani and Danny Care are among the players paying tribute to Jack Adams, following the former Gloucester and Bristol centre's death at the age of 34.

Adams, who made more 35 appearances for hometown club Gloucester Rugby and more than 50 for Bristol from 2009, passed away over the weekend following a cancer battle having been diagnosed in April.

On Monday morning, Adams' brother Joe posted a message on Twitter detailing: "With immense sorrow I share that Jack passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday night.

"We are heartbroken. We have all been staggered and humbled by the outpouring of support and love Good night little bro - we will carry you always."

Adams made his debut for Gloucester in 2005, replacing Mike Tindall, for the Cherry Red and Whites and served his boyhood club until 2009 while also working as Hucclecote RFC head coach.

The centre then transferred to Bristol and spent two years at the club, winning the British & Irish Cup and was part of the team that narrowly lost the 2011 Championship final against Exeter.

After leaving Bristol, Adams went on to play for Mosely and Cinderford, where he first met Sheedy with the now Wales international spending two years on loan at the club from 2014-2016.

On Twitter, Sheedy wrote: "Awful news.. helped me massively at Cinderford as a youngster - a top player and great guy.. please help where you can."

The Bears official account also tweeted: "Devastating news. Our thoughts are with Jack's family and friends."

Capped by England Under-16s and U18s, Adams' handling skills and elusive running - earning him the nickname "Ghost" - was also an England Sevens player from 2007-2009.

Sheedy's sentiment was shared by Bath playmaker Cipriani who added: "I’m so sorry to hear about Jack. I remember his ability at Eng U16s - his skill set and ability to ball play so close to the line were phenomenal. Thoughts and prayers are with you."

Former Scotland scrum-half Rory Lawson added: "So sorry to hear Joe. Love and thoughts with you and the family.

"Ghosty was one of the good guys - humble, hard working, fun and, my god, he could play! Family was always first with him.

"All thoughts with you and we will all rally together do what we can to support."

After his professional career, Adams also worked as a director at the SportBeat festival in Gloucester and in construction management.

He is survived by his three children, Alfie 13, Florence 9 and Tate 10 months and a crowdfunding appeal to support his children can be found HERE