Folau resolves to fight sacking
Rugby star Israel Folau said his resolve to fight his sacking for homophobic comments had “only been hardened” by criticism as a crowdfunding campaign for his legal fees was shut down yesterday.
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Legacy on the lips with 100 days to go
With 100 days to go until the start of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, organisers have turned one eye towards the legacy the tournament will leave in Japan and Asia as a whole.
Folau set to launch legal bid
Israel Folau is set to launch legal action against Rugby Australia this week, a report said yesterday, with the sacked Wallabies fullback saying: “All I ask is to be treated fairly and by the law.”
Rugby Australia intends to sack Folau
Folau is to have his contract terminated after posting a meme on social media that said gay people would go to “hell”.
52 WEEKENDS IN SINGAPORE
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AFL braces for impact
An unprecedented wave of rule changes is set to test the patience of players, coaches and fans alike when the Australian Football League (AFL) season kicks off on Thursday.
52 WEEKENDS IN SINGAPORE
Upcoming and Ongoing Events:14 – 17 Mar: Singapore Urban Design Festival1 Apr – 12 May: World Gourmet Summit13-14 Apr: HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens16 May – 2 Jun: Singapore International Festival of Arts
Australia won’t follow South Africa lead
Australia will not scrap its restrictions on overseas-based players representing it.
Terry delivers pep talk to England ahead of Wales clash
England’s rugby got an extra dose of motivation ahead of Saturday’s Wales match.
Watch the game or have a pint? World Cup fans may face a choice
An estimated 400,000 rugby fans to descend on Japan for the Rugby World Cup.
Springboks to meet Japan for warm-up
The Springboks will arrive in Japan for the World Cup a week earlier than planned.
Australia appoint Johnson as director of rugby
Rugby Australia appoint Scott Johnson as Director of Rugby over Michael Cheika.
We are taking Japan seriously, says Jones
Eddie Jones is planning to pay his former team full respect when they play England.
Cambodia 10’s returns
Kampuchea Balopp, a youth development organisation, is organising the weekend’s Cambodia 10’s Social Rugby Tournament.
No need for changes, says coach Cheika
Cheika has dismissed the notion of making changes to his coaching staff.
All Blacks claim Rugby Championship
New Zealand wins their third straight Rugby Championship title after two tries from Rieko Ioane helped them to a 35-17 victory.
England ‘perplexed’ by new global calendar
English rugby bosses to oppose any attempt to tear up the game’s global calendar.
Cheika mum on playmaking options
Cheika may be set to restore Foley to the n.10 shirt for Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash with rejuvenated S. Africa.
Japan World Cup seen as platform for Asia
Hosts Japan take on Russia at Tokyo Stadium on September 20 next year.
Sydney targets 10 major sporting events in next decade
Australia’s most populous state announces plans to host 10 major sporting events.
Erasmus to assess Bok options in third test
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus will make changes for the third test against England.
Sexton seeks to calm Ireland
Sexton has a point to prove in a must-win second test against Australia tomorrow.
Australian rugby player Mailata drafted in NFL
Philadelphia Eagles makes Mailata the 233rd overall pick in the NFL draft.
All Blacks champion diversity
New Zealand Rugby have released an anti-discrimination video celebrating diversity with the hashtag #diversityisstrength.
New rules may leave Japan’s home-sharing industry out in the cold
Japan’s new home-sharing law was meant to ease a shortage of hotel rooms.
Concussions give rugby chiefs headache
A report shows a rising number of injuries during English rugby matches.
Tonga bans girls playing rugby, boxing
Tonga’s government has banned girls from participating in rugby and boxing.
N. Zealand seek All Black magic against England
New Zealand’s cricketer Richie McCaw leading the All Blacks to Rugby World Cup glory.
Aussie Rules aims to adapt and export
Australian Rules football has joined the ranks of other major sports in launching an experimental shorter format.
McGuigan ruled out of France clash with injury
McGuigan is ruled out of this Sunday’s Six Nations clash against France.
