Rugby

Israel Folau, Rugby Australia settle legal dispute

December 4, 2019 4:40 pm

Israel Folau and Rugby Australia have today settled their legal battle, following the now former Wallabies fullback’s high profile sacking earlier this year.

Folau had his Rugby Australia contract torn up earlier this year, and was seeking up to $14m in damages from his former employers.

The ex-Wallabies star had condemned several groups including homosexuals, citing religious reasons.

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In a joint statement this afternoon, the two parties announced that a confidential agreement has been reached.

Folau wants all Australians to know that he does not condone discrimination of any kind against any person on the grounds of their sexuality and that he shares Rugby Australia’s commitment to inclusiveness and diversity according to the statement.

Rugby Australia also emphasized that despite the settlement, they do not condone or agree with Folau’s rhetoric saying inclusiveness is one of Rugby’s core values and it welcomes all people to the game, including all members of the LGBTI community.

While it was not Rugby Australia’s intention, Rugby Australia acknowledges and apologizes for any hurt or harm caused to the Folaus.

Both parties say that they will not add any further comment.