Morgan leads from front in emotional tribute to cousin

Wales captain Jac Morgan has been praised for leading from the front when playing for Ospreys the week after the death of his cousin and "best friend" Harri. The 26-year-old flanker was named man of the match for an exceptional performance in the tense 21-17 United Rugby Championship (URC) win against Sharks in Bridgend. Morgan declared himself available to play despite the death of Harri Morgan in the build-up to the Brewery Field fixture.

Playing in a special jersey that was embroidered with a tribute, the open-side scored a try and made telling contributions in both attack and defence. "He led from the front. He had a tough week and he led exceptionally well and the players got behind him as well," said Ospreys head coach Mark Jones.

"What a way to perform in such a big game as a captain. He was tremendous. " Dad's poor geography leads to De Vera's Wales debut Comebacks, capitulation, ill-discipline and injuries After an emotional performance on Saturday evening, the British and Irish Lions flanker posted a tribute the following afternoon on social media.

"This week I suddenly lost my cousin and best friend Harri," wrote Morgan under a picture of the pair at Principality Stadium in Cardiff. "He meant the world to us as a family. "He loved so much about life, but his greatest joy was playing rugby for Brynamman.