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mo4ch:>Rugby Australia set to terminate Israel Folau contract after 'homophobic' rant controversy | Mo4ch News

The 73-times-capped Israel Folau is set to be sacked by both Rugby Australia and New South Wales Rugby over a social media post which said "hell awaits" gay people, likely ending his chances of playing in this year's World Cup.Folau, who is considered to be one of sport's most productive attacking talents, has been criticized for his views on homosexuality on numerous occasions, but his latest diatribe appears to have been the final straw for Australian rugby's governing bodies after receiving a warning for similar statements last year.READ MORE: Australian rugby star Israel Folau ‘enjoyed’ controversy over anti-gay comments"As a code we have made it clear to Israel formally and repeatedly that any social media posts or commentary that is in any way disrespectful to people because of their sexuality will result in disciplinary action. In the absence of compelling mitigating factors, it is our intention to terminate his contract," a statement released by…