Israel Folau is one of the Australia team's star playersNew Zealand's players have added to the criticism of Australia full-back Israel Folau over anti-gay comments. Australia full-back Folau, 29, said on social media that gay people would end up in hell. "As professional rugby players, whether we like it or not, we are role models for a lot of young people." I can't stand that I have to play this game that I love with people, like Folau, who say what he's saying." Weber, who won one cap against Samoa in 2015 and is in contention for selection again this season, was backed by the New Zealand Rugby Players' Association (NZRPA).

Source: BBC April 18, 2018 07:43 UTC