
Australian rugby star sacked in homophobia row
Israel Folau's contract has been terminated after saying that 'hell awaits' gay people.
Australian rugby player Israel Folau's contract has been terminated for an Instagram post in which he said 'hell awaits' gay people. He played for the New South Wales Waratahs and was expected to compete at this year's World Cup in Japan. We speak to rugby fans in Australia to hear their thoughts on the decision.
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(Photo: Rugby star Israel Folau during the round 8 Super Rugby match between the Blues and Waratahs at Eden Park on April 06, 2019 in Auckland, New Zealand. Credit: Anthony Au-Yeung/Getty Images)
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