Farrell: I want to play within the rules
England flyhalf Owen Farrell insists his tackling technique is legitimate.
‘Farrell’s allowed to be hit late’
England coach Eddie Jones believes Owen Farrell is treated differently by officials because he is tough enough to play through the pain.
‘Farrell call wasn’t straightforward’
Defence guru Omar Mouneimne says the complex context of the controversial collision between Owen Farrell and André Esterhuizen needs to be understood, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Boks intend to tackle like Farrell
Damian de Allende and Mzwandile Stick insist it will be in line with World Rugby ‘standards’ for the Springboks to execute tackles like Owen Farrell’s hit on André Esterhuizen.
Farrell’s tackle a penalty, say ex-referees
Former Test referees André Watson and Rob Debney say Owen Farrell’s tackle on André Esterhuizen should have been penalised.
Moore: Gardner call was consistent
Brian Moore says referee Angus Gardner’s controversial call in the closing moments of England’s win against the Springboks was in line with his other calls in the match.
No citing for Farrell
England co-captain Owen Farrell has not been cited for his controversial tackle on Bok centre André Esterhuizen at Twickenham.
Jones has ‘no idea’ about Farrell tackle
England coach Eddie Jones says he doesn’t know if Owen Farrell will be cited and suspended for his controversial tackle on André Esterhuizen at Twickenham.
Twitter reaction to Farrell tackle
How Twitter reacted to referee Angus Gardner’s decision not to penalise England’s Owen Farrell for a dangerous tackle.
Brown: Farrell a great leader
England fullback Mike Brown has hailed captain Owen Farrell ahead of their opening Test against the Springboks in Johannesburg on Saturday.
