After year from hell, can Wales surprise at the Rugby World Cup? 2023 has been a disaster for Warren Gatland’s men, writes Luke Baker, but the World Cup can still be salvaged The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
‘I made a mistake’: Owen Farrell holds hands up over England World Cup ban The England captain accepted his ban for a tackle on Wales’ Taine Basham and brushed off claims made by Danny Cipriani in new book The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2023
Owen Farrell says high tackle that led to World Cup suspension ‘a mistake’ Farrell initially had his red card downgraded to a yellow, only for World Rugby to appeal against the decision, which was upheld. The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2023
Steve Borthwick faces a mammoth task as England problems continue to mount ahead of Rugby World Cup Farce after farce has left Red Rose with it all to do Evening Standard · Aug 23, 2023
Owen Farrell banned from England’s first two Rugby World Cup matches Owen Farrell will miss England’s first two World Cup matches against Argentina and Japan after the decision to rescind his red card was overturned The Guardian - UK · Aug 22, 2023
Owen Farrell to miss key World Cup fixtures after being hit with suspension Farrell’s four-match suspension will see him miss the pool matches against Argentina and Japan. The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2023
England will learn fate of Billy Vunipola and Owen Farrell on Tuesday Both players could be suspended for the World Cup. The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2023
England’s Rugby World Cup plans in disarray after damaging defeat to Ireland Billy Vunipola given red card in 29-10 defeat in Dublin Evening Standard · Aug 19, 2023
How to watch Wales vs South Africa: TV channel, online stream and start time for World Cup warm-up Everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup warm-up fixture The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2023
Date set for World Rugby’s Owen Farrell appeal as ban looms Owen Farrell will discover his Rugby World Cup fate on Tuesday. Evening Standard · Aug 18, 2023
What next for Owen Farrell? Red card hearing explained after World Rugby appeal Owen Farrell will face a second hearing following an appeal from World Rugby after his red card was initially rescinded The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023
Ex-referee Nigel Owens adamant Owen Farrell’s tackle against Wales was red card Farrell faces an independent disciplinary panel early next week after World Rugby appealed against the decision to downgrade his red card. The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023
Owen Farrell: Why World Rugby have appealed England captain’s rescinded red card Global governing body will contest the disciplinary panel’s reasoning in their decision Evening Standard · Aug 18, 2023
How to watch Wales vs South Africa: TV channel, online stream and start time for World Cup warm-up Everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup warm-up fixture The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023
The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023 England coach Steve Borthwick says Owen Farrell target of ‘personal attacks’ World Rugby has appealed against the decision to rescind Farrell’s red card for a dangerous tackle.
Evening Standard · Aug 17, 2023 Steve Borthwick hits out at ‘disappointing’ Owen Farrell saga as England suffer appeal setback A furious Steve Borthwick lambasted the Owen Farrell disciplinary saga, bemoaning the fact his England captain now has to wait until next week to discover his Rugby World Cup fate.
Evening Standard · Aug 17, 2023 Owen Farrell faces fresh Rugby World Cup ban threat as World Rugby appeal red-card verdict World Rugby has confirmed an appeal against Owen Farrell’s rescinded red card, leaving the England captain again open to a Rugby World Cup ban.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2023 Appeal puts Farrell’s place with England at Rugby World Cup back in jeopardy Owen Farrell’s availability to lead England into the World Cup is in jeopardy again after World Rugby announced that it is appealing against the decision to rescind his red card
The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023 World Rugby appeals against decision to overturn Owen Farrell’s red card Farrell was cleared to play despite his shoulder-led tackle to the head of Taine Basham.
Evening Standard · Aug 16, 2023 Owen Farrell farce puts rugby’s powerbrokers on trial as shock and confusion reigns The Six Nations must break protocol and explain exactly why the England captain had his red card against Wales rescinded, for the good of the sport
The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023 Alex Cuthbert and Johnny Williams handed Wales starts against South Africa Flanker Jac Morgan will captain Wales for the second time in three games, suggesting he is a firm favourite to skipper Wales at the World Cup.
The National (Scotland) · Aug 16, 2023 Disgraceful Owen Farrell red card reversal demeans the sport of rugby Back in the day when I first started playing rugby, before the internet was invented and television slow motion replays in sport were in their…
The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2023 Owen Farrell’s rescinded red card sets worrying precedent for the game England will be delighted at their captain’s reprieve but in the long term it could have serious repercussions for player welfare
Evening Standard · Aug 15, 2023 Owen Farrell: Kevin Sinfield hopes England captain avoids David Beckham treatment after red card controversy Captain will be able avaialable for immediate World Cup selection after dismissal was rescinded
The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2023 Owen Farrell cleared for England World Cup opener as red card overturned In coming to its verdict, the disciplinary panel said no criticism was being made of the Bunker review system that upgraded the initial yellow card.