World Rugby explain two tackle techniques now outlawed
A good move. World Rugby are cracking down on two dangerous tackle techniques: the “hip drop” tackle, and the “knee drop tackle”. The “hip drop” tackle is being outlawed with a change to the current laws, which will come into effect on November 1. The “knee drop” tackle is technically already banned, but a new […]
2 weeks ago
Rugby set for LIV-style breakaway competition as top stars “sign up” for rugby revolution
Some reports claim that players in South Africa have been offered contracts equivalent to €850,000. Rugby could be about to get its first break away franchise competition, similar to golf’s LIV with several top players being reported to have signed up for a 14-week event that could start in 2026. As reported in The Times, […]
2 years ago
Autumn Nations Series set to trial a number of new rugby laws
The new laws will be trialled next month. Six Nations Rugby have announced that a range of new rules are set to be trialled during the Autumn Nations Series this November. The 2024 Autumn Nations Series kicks off on Saturday 2nd November and features fourteen of the strongest rugby nations. The series will see the […]
2 years ago
World Rugby considering two law changes that fans have been crying out for
World Rugby is looking at a five-phase plan, with some changes coming into play almost immediately. World Rugby is looking at a number of trials, law enforcements and changes – including the potential lowering of tackle heights and 20-minute red cards – as part of a radical plan to broaden the appeal of the sport. […]
2 years ago
Three Ireland stars included as Top 20 players in world rugby
Bundee Aki makes the Top 5. Three Ireland stars have made it into the Top 20 list for the best players in world rugby for 2023. Bundee Aki ranks highest, and there are two Leinster stars included. Wrapping up their coverage for the year, Planet Rugby compiled their five-part series of ‘The 50 best rugby players […]
3 years ago
World Rugby considering law change that would impact on Ireland more than most
“I think we need to step on the gas and say, ‘Yeah, let’s consider all things’.” The most recent World Cup saw an awful lot of box-kicking, rolling mauls, big moments hinging on scrum calls and the never fun caterpillar rucks. World Rugby is constantly looking at ways to improve the game, though, and there […]
3 years ago