Former rugby league player Josh Jones has revealed he is living in fear following his diagnosis with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) after retiring from the sport in 2023. Speaking to BBC sports editor Dan Roan, Jones and his partner have opened up about the profound challenges they've faced since his brain injury was discovered.

The 2023 retirement has turned into a nightmare for Jones, who describes his current condition as having "scared the life out of me." CTE, a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head trauma, has left Jones uncertain about his future and dealing with symptoms that have severely impacted his quality of life since leaving professional rugby.

Jones' case adds to growing concerns about player safety in contact sports. His willingness to speak publicly about his struggles shines a light on the hidden dangers of brain injuries that can emerge after retirement, raising urgent questions about long-term care and support for athletes whose careers expose them to repeated head trauma.