Images from Instagram@allblacksWayne Barnes, who was the most experienced referee in World Rugby, was in charge of last month’s emotionally charged World Cup final between the Springboks and All Blacks – having since announced his retirement from the game. Upon review, though, the All Blacks flagged other concerns in an official complaint sent to World Rugby. “We’ve already sent a file into World Rugby to get them to make a few comments on,” outgoing coach Ian Foster said. I didn’t agree with a number of his decisions (in the final), but that doesn’t change the fact he’s a quality person and quality ref. Reaction: Springboks snubbed at World Rugby awardsALSO READ | Who will Springboks play first as back-to-back World Cup winners?

Source: Stuff November 14, 2023 07:47 UTC