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The Ospreys, Wales and Lions lock provides an insight into his lifeWales lock Adam Beard in the thick of a maul against South Africa (AFP/Getty Images)The Ospreys, Wales and Lions lock provides an insight into his life http://dlvr.it/SFs0PC

In today's dose of positivity, a Black Fern gets a yellow card for Christmas and a community combats flooding together. http://dlvr.it/SFqdXH

Brutal NZ derbies are on the menu again for 2021. Which is great rugby fans but tough on the players. http://dlvr.it/SFqMq8

"A great player and humble both on and off the field," says one of Kawa Leauma's former Auckland clubs after he reportedly died from an eight-metre fall in Amsterdam. http://dlvr.it/SFpjZ9

A round-up of the best rugby-themed presents in different price bracketsA rugby gift guide to suit any budget (Getty Images) A round-up of the best rugby-themed presents in different price brackets http://dlvr.it/SFpDJR

Welsh government moves all sports events behind closed doors due to CovidThe Scarlets' visit to Cardiff on Boxing Day will be played behind closed doors (Getty Images)Welsh government moves all sports events behind closed doors due to Covid http://dlvr.it/SFn87p

The fate of the All Blacks' assistant coaches could hinge on the outcome of the review next month. http://dlvr.it/SFmGX0

He suffered the severe head injury in Amsterdam after Spain's national team had played in a Six Nations B match. http://dlvr.it/SFlzkV

Ex-AB thrilled as old mates back his Tongan switch and urges others to follow as rules are relaxed. http://dlvr.it/SFlJR8

Glenn Moore issues a statement but does not directly address Te Kura Ngata-Aerengamate's claim that she had a mental breakdown because of his alleged criticism. http://dlvr.it/SFhcqZ

Ifan Phillips - son of an ex-Wales test hooker - has vowed to remain active despite a career-ending blow. http://dlvr.it/SFhMZ4

It was hard for anyone to stand out at Scotstoun - but Josh McKay did, earning plaudits from his Glasgow coach. http://dlvr.it/SFdytC

Looking for present ideas for rugby-loving kids in your life? Here's our guideLooking for present ideas for rugby-loving kids in your life? Here's our guide http://dlvr.it/SFZXW5

Nehe Milner-Skudder returns to the Super Rugby club he played for between 2015-19. http://dlvr.it/SFWQsk

NZ Rugby boss says the separate review will assess Te Kura Ngata-Aerengamate’s claim that she suffered a "mental breakdown" after alleged criticism from Glenn Moore. http://dlvr.it/SFStJm

South Canterbury halfback William Wright is elated at being named NZ Rugby’s Heartland Championship player of the year. http://dlvr.it/SFSZQS

Crusaders front-rower says he had no hesitation in joining a swag of top NZ players re-signing. http://dlvr.it/SFRqwD

Japan Rugby League One bosses tell Stuff that foreign players' earning ability is set to rise even further. http://dlvr.it/SFRJVy

All the major NZR awards are handed out in a virtual event, culminating in the Kelvin R Tremain Memorial Player of the Year. http://dlvr.it/SFPbtN

Tempers could rise if chairpersons and CEOs seek answers about the proposed deal with the US private equity giant, in Wellington on Thursday. http://dlvr.it/SFNsw9

OPINION: World Rugby wants its code to be the world's most progressive sport when addressing brain injuries, writes CEO Alan Gilpin. http://dlvr.it/SFMYz7

After glittering rugby career, four-time world champion steps into historic role with her union. http://dlvr.it/SFK7w5

After their two-year absence, the gold and silver medallists from Tokyo are scheduled to return to their regular World Series because of easing border restrictions. http://dlvr.it/SFJpld

OPINION: For props and locks desperate to be an All Black - or return to the fold - then 2022 is the perfect time to make a move. http://dlvr.it/SFHtHm

Exclusive: Schmidt, 56, led Ireland to the top of World Rugby's rankings in 2018, twice coaching the Irish to victories against the All Blacks, http://dlvr.it/SFGkH7

Goal-kicking ace says he watches almost every NRL game and fancies himself as a five-eighth in the 13-man code. http://dlvr.it/SFFYQ0

The 26 provincial unions want to ensure 15-a-side competitions can continue without disruption in all three traffic light settings. http://dlvr.it/SFFGpJ

Former Hurricanes backrower's banishment proves costly in English club's home defeat to Irish province. http://dlvr.it/SFDzcn

Cardiff - missing 42 players - called up kids and club rugby part-timers for a baptism of fire against Europe's top rugby club. http://dlvr.it/SFBZzy

Coach Ian Foster says his side is used to having hard conversations, but is also aware of the pitfalls involved in scrutinising perfomances. http://dlvr.it/SFBDLz

New plan vows to develop 'new protocols' after sporting organisations had been criticised for 'marking their own homework' on the contentious issue. http://dlvr.it/SF7t3L

Rugby, farming, friends and family were all important parts in life for a straight-talking young Manawatū woman who died after falling from a vehicle. http://dlvr.it/SF7MV7

The new competition was thrown into confusion after the New Zealand government revealed a border opening plan that made original draw impossible. http://dlvr.it/SF53Hw

Find out how Europe's elite tournament will work this seasonToulouse won the European Champions Cup last season (Getty Images)Find out how Europe's elite tournament will work this season http://dlvr.it/SF4m6l

World-class loosehead says New Zealand has 'a bloody good footy scene' and he doesn't want to quit the Crusaders. http://dlvr.it/SF4JMr

Former All Black insists he still has "a very good relationship'' with his former Aussie boss despite leaving his England staff for Wasps. http://dlvr.it/SF15w7

Beauden Barrett one of three All Blacks in men's dream team, while Stacey Fluhler is the lone Black Fern in the women's team. http://dlvr.it/SF0hNl

The Reuben Thorne and Mark Brown era is over, after Canterbury ditch the co-coaching model. http://dlvr.it/SF09Zg

All Black flyer caps impressive campaign by being named World Rugby's Breakthrough Player of the Year. http://dlvr.it/SDx63m

Te Kura Ngata-Aerengamate's post in which she said she had a mental breakdown after alleged critical comments from Glenn Moore blindsided a coach already under pressure. http://dlvr.it/SDtWsF

Black Ferns hooker Te Kura Ngata-Aerengamate says she broke down on their recent northern tour because of mental health struggles. http://dlvr.it/SDsVWS

The Chiefs loose forward has committed to another four years and has the option of taking a non-playing or playing break in 2024. http://dlvr.it/SDsVRH

The January 2022 issue features a countdown of the best players in the world right nowThe January 2022 issue features a countdown of the best players in the world right now http://dlvr.it/SDs3dW

The France scrum-half tops our list of the 100 best players in the world right nowThe France scrum-half tops our list of the 100 best players in the world right now http://dlvr.it/SDs3bD

Drunken 2012 party resulted in two All Blacks getting punched out in the garden but the biggest shock was that nobody saw it as a big deal. http://dlvr.it/SDq6Jm

Highlander Jermaine Ainsley's father, Joe McDonnell, played for the ABs, and Ainsley could target a black jersey despite once playing against them. http://dlvr.it/SDnxdH

Adidas advertises new designs on UK website before the official unveiling of the jerseys in New Zealand on Monday - and there are some surprises. http://dlvr.it/SDmjcn

Black Ferns coach Glenn Moore says they're not far behind the European powerhouses but knows the clock is ticking for the World Cup after their worst losing run. http://dlvr.it/SDld3t

Leon MacDonald says hot competition among his outside backs will bring the best out in an All Black on the comeback trail. http://dlvr.it/SDld2g

OPINION: Interfering TMOs are rummaging around for the last scrap in a bag of chips, killing the pulse of live matches, and the delays are infuriating. http://dlvr.it/SDkGKG