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Israel Folau: Australia full-back's future to be decided at hearing on 4 May
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Monday, 22 April 2019 00:24
Israel Folau's future will be decided at a hearing on 4 May after the full-back was sacked by Rugby Australia following a social media post in which he said "hell awaits" gay people.The 30-year-old requested a code of conduct hearing after his dismissal.It will be heard behind closed doors in Sydney by a three-member panel. Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has…
Wynand Olivier: Worcester centre & South Africa World Cup winner to retire
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Thursday, 18 April 2019 04:18
Worcester centre Wynand Olivier, who was part of the South Africa squad that won the World Cup in 2007, will retire at the end of the season.The 35-year-old has made more than 50 appearances since joining from French Top 14 club Montpellier in 2015, but has not played in the Premiership this term because of a hamstring injury.He won 38…
Mark McCafferty: Outgoing Premiership rugby boss urges unity over future of the sport
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Thursday, 18 April 2019 09:26
The outgoing boss of English club rugby has urged collaboration and sacrifice as the professional game enters a pivotal stage in its development. Mark McCafferty will stand down as chief executive of Premiership Rugby at the end of the season after 14 years. It comes after the clubs sold a share to private equity firm CVC Capital Partners, while the…
Quiz: What do you know about Rory Best's career?
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Thursday, 18 April 2019 07:50
So after 15 years in professional rugby, Ulster and Ireland captain Rory Best will call time on his career after this year's World Cup.From Grand Slam glory to Heineken Cup heartache, the 36-year-old has been through the lot as a player.How much can you remember about his career?
Ireland captain Best to retire after World Cup
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Thursday, 18 April 2019 02:00
Ireland and Ulster captain Rory Best will retire after this year's World Cup in Japan.The hooker, 36, made his international debut in 2005 and his tally of 117 caps is the third highest for Ireland."It is with mixed feelings that I announce my retirement from Ulster Rugby as of the end of this season," said Best. "This feels like the…
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