As one of the best second-tier players in the history of the game, Provan won 10 premierships as part of St. George’s in their golden era from 1956 to 1966.
His image is still in the game today when Part of the NRL trophy in the gladiator image alongside rival of the Western Suburbs, Arthur Summons.
After making his debut for the Dragons in 1951, he played 256 games for the club, 19 games for NSW and 14 Tests for Australia.
He was elected Team of the Century for the Australian Rugby League in 2008 and elevated to immortal status in 2018.
His death comes after a tragic year for the sport following the deaths of his immortal fellow man Bob Fulton and the league legend Tommy Raudonikis.
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