Rugby Australia has torn up Israel Folau's $4 million contract, setting up a likely showdown in the courts with the high-profile star player.
Rugby Australia chief executive Raelene Castle said the sporting body was left with no choice after Mr Folau's social media posts directly contravened its own values.
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