It has become painfully clear that Israel Folau just doesn't belong in the game of Rugby Union. His continued spread of religious fanactical bigotry is beyond dangerous to the values of the game, and to the new inclusive society we are working so hard to build...

...Rugby is not a place for hate. The idea that some of my good friends from the LBGTQ+ community have to endure this pains me. We love who we love, and as a professional rugby player I'm embarrassed that there are current 'leaders' in sport who encourage and promote hatred...

...Once was too much. Repeated actions is beyond acceptable. RUPA @qantaswallabies NSW Waratahs it's time for a stand. Tolerance of intolerance is cowardice...

...To the current players I implore you to make a stand. Let your collective voices be heard. Show the game that this is not who we are. Refuse to play against the @nswwaratahs or any team that fields intolerant players. You're the heroes we need right now!

To my gay friends and the wider rainbow community, I'm sorry. I'm sorry you still have to endure this in 2019. I'm sorry it came from the game I love. I love you, and I stand by you. 🏳️‍🌈 #loveislove

@bloodandmud Adam Thomson says it best right here ⬇️ #rugbyaustralia are complicit in this rubbish by keeping him as an "ambassador" of their company. No-one denies him his Christian beliefs, just his hateful bigoted views which are not aligned with modern religion and humanity.

Speaking of irrelevant people Paul, how about white people that think it's ok to use this language on social media? Disgrace.

As a NZ rugby union fan I endorse these views of former All Black Adam Thomson . Well said Adam. The days of bigotry are past, and an inclusive society is ultimately a stronger society

Forwarding this to all the free speech warriors in my replies. Sums it up nicely.

@knewwavedave Adam Thomson Let's do this just one final time before I fear I'll be trapped here forever. Belief = fine. His beliefs are of no concern to anyone, he's not been sacked because of them. He cannot break his contract & disseminate the content he has as a paid member of an inclusive company.

77: Rugged loose forward Adam Thomson scored tries in each of the games he played in the 2011 winning campaign - against Japan and France. #RWC2019 #allblacks Adam Thomson

Former All Black Adam Thomson bounces back from freak injury newshub.co.nz/home/sport/201…

That's a stitch-up - don't think I've ever said a bad word about a referee 🤔😏

Just comparing grey hairs and asking what the hell we're doing out here! Still having fun though champ 💪🏻 #mitre10cup

Of course mate! Great memory & patience, very impressive 😂

Thanks for coming, really appreciate the support. Even got my mum in the back with the photobomb 😉😂

I thought I was reading something out of the Old Testament 😊 Well done Adam Thomson Haven’t lost that competitive edge. Go well my friend. trib.al/aqF3W7v

When Adam Thomson was struck down by a spinal infection in late 2017, he had no guarantee that his life would ever go back to how it was. Now, he is preparing for the 2020 Super Rugby Pacific season with the Gallagher Chiefs. #SuperRugby rugbypass.com/news/adam-thom…

Brilliant. Just "A 37yo old bastard still refusing to get a proper job!" I'm going to use this next time I get interviewed. Always good to chat mate.