Why refs must still have the final word

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PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 28: Sam Cane of Team New Zealand (not pictured) receive a red card by referee, Wayne Barnes during the Rugby World Cup France 2023 Gold Final match between New Zealand and South Africa at Stade de France on October 28, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Xavier Laine/Getty Images)

JEREMY GUSCOTT
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THE World Cup final was always going to be tense, and produce significant talking points.
When you have an intense traditional rivalry like that between New Zealand and South Africa, which is a love-hate relationship, there is a huge amount at stake – especially when it is to decide which team is the best in the world.
One of the biggest controversies surrounds the cards given during the game, in particular the sending-off of All Black captain Sam Cane for a head high tackle on Jesse Kriel, and yellow card given to Springbok captain Si...

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