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Wayne Barnes exclusive: Rugby World Cup final referee calls on Government to do more to tackle online abuse

The English referee, who has since retired from the game, was subjected to online threats after the Paris showpiece

Evening Standard

Wayne Barnes details how social media abuse ‘crossed the line’ after Rugby World Cup final

The record-setting English referee has called for more action to be taken against those sending abuse to officials

The Independent UK

McAndrew takes six for Redbacks before Bulls fightback

Queensland rallied to have South Australia 8-131 at stumps on day three for an overall lead of 252, after Redbacks paceman Nathan McAndrew starred earlier.

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England ‘unprofessional’ over racism allegation – South Africa’s Bongi Mbonambi

World Rugby found ‘insufficient evidence’ to back up Tom Curry’s claim he had a racist slur directed at him by Mbonambi.

The Independent UK

Bongi Mbonambi accuses England of being ‘unprofessional’ after allegation of racial slur

England flanker Tom Curry accused South Africa hooker Mbonambi of calling him a ‘white c***’ during the World Cup semi-final

The Independent UK

Prince William just had the cutest reaction to a baby biting his finger

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Woman & Home

The rise and rise of women's sport

Almost a third more Kiwi eyeballs were glued to women’s sport in the past year, proving the worth of hosting three World Cups in NZ. But how do sports maintain the momentum? Suzanne McFadden reports.

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England announce return of ‘A team’ and reveal date of Portugal clash

England’s second-string side will return to action as head coach Steve Borthwick bids to build greater depth

The Independent UK

English rugby union adjusts to grim reality as RFU thrashes out new deal

Crisis-hit domestic game faces watershed season as remaining Premiership clubs await new professional game partnership

The Guardian - UK

NSW Blues on brink of drought-breaking Shield win

Oliver Davies and Chris Tremain have put NSW within touching distance of their first Sheffield Shield win in 16 games, closing in on a win against WA.

AAP

Black Ferns, Red Roses, red cards and red faces

Rugby writer Adam Julian sums up the first Women's XV international tournament - and examines how the Black Ferns find themselves once again so far behind England

Newsroom.co.nz

Sam Cane handed ban after Rugby World Cup final red card

The New Zealand captain was sent off during his side’s defeat to South Africa at the Stade de France

The Independent UK

Bancroft ready for Australia Test recall, says Langer

Justin Langer believes Western Australia opener Cameron Bancroft is ready to replace David Warner when the Test incumbent retires in January.

AAP

Exeter go top after Iosefa-Scott seals bonus-point victory against Bristol

Rich Lane scored a hat-trick for Bristol but the visitors were undone by their wayward kicking, Exeter eventually winning a gripping encounter 29-20

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The Independent UK

Warren Gatland asks for patience as Wales build new generation of players

Alun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Leigh Halfpenny are among the experienced names to announce their international retirement this year.

The National (Scotland)

'Wee ginger baby' - Glasgow Warriors star Cancelliere on newborn son

'Wee ginger baby' - Sebastian Cancelliere beamed with joy after returning for the Glasgow Warriors after the birth of his newborn son

The Independent UK

Welsh rugby bids fond farewell to celebrated trio with 352 caps between them

Alun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Leigh Halfpenny had a rousing send off in Wales’ 49-26 win over the Barbarians.

The Independent UK

England coach Shaun Wane wanted Tonga whitewash ‘so badly’

The hosts sealed a series clean sweep with a 26-4 victory.

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The Guardian - UK

Maro Itoje sparkles on club return for Saracens in victory over Leicester

Maro Itoje scored for Saracens in their 32-17 victory over Leicester in the Premiership with the returning England players sparkling for the champions

The Independent UK

Much-capped Wales trio given rousing send-off in victory over Barbarians

Leigh Halfpenny landed five conversions for Wales in a 49-26 win while Alun Wyn Jones captained a Barbarians side featuring Justin Tipuric.

The Independent UK

Elliott Whitehead ends international career with try as England whitewash Tonga

The hosts claimed a 26-4 victory and convincing series win.

The Independent UK

Amy Hardcastle and Tara-Jane Stanley lead England to 11-try rout of Wales

The hosts cruised to a 60-0 success at Headingley.

AAP

Broken rib no barrier to NZ hero Charnze in Cup upset

New Zealand coach Michael Maguire says the bravery of fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad to play through injury inspired a record-breaking Pacific Cup final win.

Newsroom.co.nz

The Black Ferns postie who set the rugby world on fire

Black Fern Rochelle Martin has broken glass ceilings in both fire fighting and rugby, as a three-time World Cup champion. She's recognised as one of the pioneers of women's rugby in the new book, Our Game Makers.

The Guardian - UK

Saracens bring back England stars in bid to ignite title defence against Leicester

Owen Farrell and Maro Itoje are in the starting XV for the Premiership champions but the Tigers are resting their England World Cup players

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