Australian rugby could reportedly be on the brink of financial ruin as they face losing more than AU$12million (NZ$12.69m) should Israel Folau be paid out the remainder of his lucrative contract following the outcome of his code of conduct hearing.
Stuff
Folau’s legal battle with Rugby Australia (RA) got underway at the governing body’s Sydney headquarters on Saturday and the Wallabies and Waratahs fullback is arguing that his sacking is unlawful.