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The fallout from the recent Test between the Wallabies and All Blacks has been the Robbie Deans quote, “we are still be penalised for things that we are not doing.”
There has been much dialogue about the refereeing decisions in this Test made by Craig Joubert.
Add the comments from the Clark, Kearns, Kafer and Martin to these decisions and this viewer (who played a lot of rugby) was left totally bewildered as to what was actually happening.
There has been much recent comment about rugby (as opposed to rugby league) being a complex game. The referees’ decisions become even more complex when the commentary team cannot interpret what is going on in front of them.
In this instance, I am referring to the Fox Sports team. This is a disservice to the game of rugby and will drive viewers away.
The Fox Sports Team do a reasonable job. However, is it not time to find an ex-referee who is prepared interpret what is happening and comment on the referees interpretation of the rules?
This would would serve to demystify the game for both gnarly old could-have-beens and the uninitiated.
Join The Roar rugby editor Christy Doran, former Wallaby Matt Toomua and a cast of regular and special guests as they look at the biggest issues in the game on The Roar Rugby Podcast. If you’re looking for great odds on the next game check out Aussie bookmaker PlayUp. Chances are you’re about to lose. Set a deposit limit.