The New Zealand rugby team is in mourning following the sudden death of its head of security, Logan Cadwallader, who passed away at their Edinburgh hotel on Monday. New Zealand Rugby confirmed Cadwallader, a former special forces soldier and father of three, died as a result of a 'medical event'.

The All Blacks are currently in Edinburgh preparing for a Nations Championship test against Scotland on Saturday.

Assistant coach Jason Ryan, speaking for the team, described Cadwallader, who had served as the All Blacks' security manager for a decade, as a 'great team member' and a 'quiet hero.' Ryan expressed the team's heartbreak, noting Cadwallader's significant influence and his dedication to looking out for the players and their families. "The country has lost a great soldier and we've lost a great team member. And we love him," Ryan said.

According to The Times, Cadwallader was staying at Edinburgh's Radisson Blu hotel with the team. Head coach Dave Rennie told the publication that Cadwallader was the 'ultimate team man,' deeply trusted and respected by all.

"Logan has been a big part of the All Blacks family for a long time," Rennie stated. "He looked after all of us, players and staff, and he was a good mate to many in this team. We are all devastated. Our thoughts are with his wife, Nannette, his children, Trey, Brooke and Mia, and his wider family and friends. As a team, we will honour Logan and the legacy he has left on the All Blacks."

A statement shared on social media by the players and staff read, 'Rest in Love.' It described Cadwallader as 'A decorated soldier, a loving father and husband and above all, a great human being.' The statement continued, 'Never stood in the spotlight, but was always one of the reasons those standing in it could shine. Always respected and loved by your All Blacks family.'

New Zealand Rugby and the All Blacks released a joint statement expressing their grief: 'New Zealand Rugby and the All Blacks are heartbroken by the passing of our much-loved Head of Security, Logan Cadwallader, following a medical event in Edinburgh. For 10 years, Logan was more than a colleague. He was a cherished member of our All Blacks family and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Miss you, Caddy.'