Wayne Barnes

Wayne Barnes has announced that he has hung up his whistle as a match official and the tributes have poured in for the retiring referee.

The 44-year-old's officiated in 111 Tests and he said it was 'clearly the right time' for him to retire after overseeing the match between New Zealand and ...

It takes a special person with passion to be so good for so long, says World Rugby chair.

English referee Wayne Barnes called time on his officiating career on Thursday and bows out having taken charge of a record 111 Tests, including the recent ...

Wayne Barnes has called time on his refereeing career, confirming on Thursday that last Saturday's Rugby World Cup final between the Springboks and the All ...

The 44-year-old said he would be working to ensure referees receive adequate support amid such pressures but cited family reasons for his decision. In a post ...

Following the fallout from the Rugby World Cup final, New Zealand Rugby have sent a nice message to referee Wayne Barnes, who has announced his retirement.

English referee, the most experienced in the history of international rugby, received death threats following World Cup final.

New Zealand Rugby have paid tribute to Wayne Barnes after the referee announced his retirement this week just days after officiating the...