Izzy’s ‘sad’ spot: Hunt

KARMICHAEL Hunt says he feels for Israel Folau but believes the Wallabies star’s absence could allow the NSW Waratahs to finally get some consistency in their backline.

Folau faces a Rugby Australia code of conduct hearing next month after his latest controversial social media post.

Hunt and Folau first played together in senior rugby league more than a decade ago when they were part of Queensland’s State of Origin team.

“It’s a sad situation. I’ve got a personal connection with Izzy that’s gone back many years, so ... I feel for him,” Hunt, 32, said.