A skillful player, Davies was unfortunate to be playing during the same period as Rhys Gabe, who was the selectors' first choice at his position.

[3] Davies originally played rugby at the lower-level team Llandeilo, whom he captained for two seasons,[4] but on moving to Swansea impressed enough to be capped for Wales.

In 1905, he was part of the Swansea team that faced the Original All Blacks on their first British tour.

[5] Davies was first capped for Wales on 6 January 1900 against England, partnered with his Swansea colleague, Dan Rees.

[2] He would play for Wales another eight times, scoring a try against Ireland in 1900, and converting four goals in the 1905 Triple Crown winning season.