Key facts
- RFU council member Matt Smith banned from Twickenham Stadium.
- The ban follows a social media post by Smith.
- Smith questioned Maggie Alphonsi's knowledge of men's rugby in the post.
Matt Smith, a member of the Rugby Football Union (RFU) council, has been banned from attending Twickenham Stadium. The ban was imposed after Smith posted a message on social media questioning the rugby knowledge of World Cup winner Maggie Alphonsi, specifically regarding men's rugby.
The incident highlights tensions and potential issues within the governance and public discourse surrounding the sport.