Nigel Owens to referee Ireland's World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand

The sport's governing body have opted for experienced referees for the four last-eight ties which all take place this weekend.

Nigel Owens to referee Ireland's World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand
Tue, 15 Oct, 2019 - 14:14
Digital Desk staff

Welsh official Nigel Owens will take charge of Ireland's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand, World Rugby have confirmed.

The sport's governing body have opted for experienced referees for the four last-eight ties which all take place this weekend.

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