World XV coach Steve Hansen has defended the selection of controversial ex-Wallaby Israel Folau to play against the Barbarians on Sunday, saying the move will help promote diversity within the sport.
Key points:
- Israel Folau has been named in the World XV squad by for a match against the Barbarians
- The RFU says it will fly a Pride flag above Twickenham during the match
- Wallabies coach Eddie Jones will take charge of a star-studded Barbarians team in the contest
The rainbow pride flag will fly at Twickenham for the match, something Hansen said would not have happened without Folau’s inclusion.
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