HomeRugbyFormer Wallabies star Israel Folau Japanese Top League, NTT Communications Shining Arcs

Former Wallabies star Israel Folau Japanese Top League, NTT Communications Shining Arcs

Two years after having his contract terminated by Rugby Australia, Israel Folau is back in the 15-person game.

The sacked Wallabies star has joined NTT Communications in the Japanese Top League, having signed a contract on Friday.

He will join the Japanese club in September and link up with sacked Waratahs coach Rob Penney, who has been announced as the Director of Rugby at the club. Former Wallaby Liam Gill is another Australian at the Japanese team.

It’s understood his contract is two years.

Rugby Australia CEO Raelene Castle (centre) is surrounded by members of the media speaking after terminating Israel Folau’s contract. Photo: AAP ImageSource: AAP

His contract is understood to be worth less than half of what he was earning at Rugby Australia, where he was on more than $1 million per season.

Folau is under no uncertain terms in his contract that he will not post religious messages…

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