Rugby Union Today: Israel, Denny and Loose Pass

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Another busy day in the rugby union game as the Israel Folau and Denny Solomona fallout continues to dominate the headlines.

What’s on the site

Following the full release of the RFU disciplinary judgement regarding Denny Solomona’s four-week ban for conduct prejudicial to the interests of the union or the game, Sale Sharks have released a statement revealing their dismay at the ruling.

Meanwhile, having met with Israel Folau after his comments on Instagram, the ARU has revealed the full-back will not be punished but has been warned about his future conduct on social media.

We also have Loose Pass today which covers restructuring England’s season, free speech and repentance, in what’s been an awkward week for rugby’s PR.

What’s in the news

Scotland international Duncan Weir is on the move next season after agreeing to join Premiership side Worcester Warriors.

It’s bad news for Ulster though who are set to be without Wiehahn Herbst for the rest of the campaign due to a knee injury.

What’s on social media

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What’s on TV

The weekend kicks off with Hurricanes hosting the Chiefs on Sky Sports, which is the first of six Super Rugby games. They will also show Cheetahs v Munster and Edinburgh v Scarlets in the PRO14, as well as two Top 14 encounters.

On BT Sport, two northern sides go head-to-head in the Premiership when Newcastle Falcons take on Sale Sharks before Leicester and Northampton face-off in the fiercely contested Midlands’ derby. Finally, Saracens will look to improve their home semi-final prospects against an out-of form Bath.

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