Australia upset with Ireland's 'blocking' of fullback Folau


  • Rugby
  • Monday, 18 Jun 2018

Rugby Union - June Internationals - Australia vs Ireland - Lang Park, Brisbane, Australia - June 9, 2018 - Israel Folau of Australia dives to score a try. AAP/Darren England/via REUTERS

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Australia are considering lodging a complaint with match officials against what they consider Ireland's illegal blocking tactics on fullback Israel Folau, according to Wallabies attack coach Stephen Larkham.

Ireland edged the second test 26-21 in Melbourne on Saturday to set up a decider in the three-match series but their treatment of Folau and slowing down of Australia's ball at the breakdown have infuriated the hosts.

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