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In the wake of the World Cup final, the All Blacks captain is grappling with his red card, while Steve Hansen has voiced his disappointment with the television match official's role. Hansen also shared his concerns about the current state of rugby refereeing. The final was officiated by Wayne Barnes, who recently announced his retirement after a 17-year career. Barnes officiated a record 111 Tests, participated in five Rugby World Cups, and refereed numerous domestic and European finals.
The most experienced rugby referee of all time calls it a day ❤️👏 https://t.co/nDxM9Od5wr
World Cup final ref @WayneBarnesRef today announced he is to step down from match officiating to concentrate on new ventures.Barnes’ test refereeing career spanned 17 years, a record 111 tests and five Rugby World Cups as well as numerous domestic and European finals.
🌹 BREAKING: Wayne Barnes has officially retired from refereeing. Barnes’ career spanned 17 years as he officiated a record 111 Tests and featured at five Rugby World Cups as well as numerous domestic and European finals. One of the best to ever do it.
NEW | English rugby union referee Wayne Barnes announces retirement 5 days after officiating World Cup final https://t.co/9ZUsFXrG0Y
🗣️ “Gone are the days when the referee has control of the game in rugby.” 🇳🇿 Sir Steve Hansen shared his thoughts on the state of the game. #RWC2023 https://t.co/CgdRgiZHNK
Steve Hansen has expressed his disappointment with the World Cup final between the Boks and All Blacks, particularly regarding the influence of the television match official. https://t.co/D2ByZJJ323
The All Blacks captain admits it's been a difficult few days as he reflects on his World Cup final red card. #RWC2023 #AllBlacks #NZLvRSA https://t.co/zzu5dWJhjs