ARL Commissioner blocks Israel Folau's potential signing with Wests Tigers
Israel Folau's potential return to the NRL with Wests Tigers was blocked by ARL Commissioner Wayne Pearce. Folau's wife claimed on social media that ARL's decision hinged on concerns over inclusiveness and media pressure. The Tigers, previously interested, declined to pursue the signing amid backlash over Folau's controversial.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 06:35 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 06:40 UTC
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