Match officials to October 19

The match officials for this week’s action have been confirmed, with Craig Joubert refereeing the Wallabies versus All Blacks showdown.

The match officials for this weekend’s action have been confirmed, with Craig Joubert given Australia v New Zealand.

Bledisloe Cup

Australia vs New Zealand at Suncorp, Brisbane
Referee: Craig Joubert (South Africa)
Assistant referees: Jaco Peyper (South Africa), Marius van der Westhuizen (South Africa)
Television match official: Shaun Veldsman (South Africa)
Assessor: Donal Courtney (Ireland)

European Rugby Champions Cup

Harlequins vs Castres
Referee: Nigel Owens (Wales)
Assistant referees: Sean Brickell (Wales), Wayne Davies (Wales)
Television match official: Derek Bevan (Wales)
Timekeeper: Eric Bullion (England)
Assessor: Rosanno Faccioli (Italy)

Sale Sharks vs Munster
Referee: Mathieu Raynal (France)
Assistant referees: Laurent Cardona (France), Thomas D