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Rugby law trials to be adopted in full, say World Rugby
The World Rugby Council have approved the full adoption of the 12 law trials being undetaken on a world-wide basis, after an evaluation process concludes. More here: […]
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Shorter, simpler law book comes into force today
The new shorter, simpler rugby law book comes into force today (1 Jan 2018). But it comes with a big warning! Find out what that is, and download a copy here […]
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World Rugby video – New Global law trials explained
Alain Rolland, Head of High Performance 15’s Match Officials’ at World Rugby, has explained some of the new Global law trials in this easy-to-follow video: We’re hoping for there to be a second one covering […]
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Law question: Can a ball carrier jump into a tackle?
Edit: law references have been updated since this was first posted in 2017. Here at RugbyReferee.net, we want to start to answer some of the reader questions we get sent through various means. During the […]
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HIA period becomes a fixed 10 minutes
Temporary replacement period for off-field HIA now fixed at 10 minutes Players must not return before the full 10 minutes have elapsed Amendment made with player welfare at heart Latest data indicates continued success of […]
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Six more World Rugby law trials announced
Six new laws to be trialled in addition to the previous five announced in December 2016 […]
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What laws are the Lions’ matches being played under?
As of this week, all global rugby is being played under the new set of law variations being trialled by World Rugby. As we reported in November last year, the southern hemisphere teams have been […]
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New high tackle laws from 3 January 2017
World Rugby has announced a number of changes to the Laws of the Game to help eliminate the high tackle and reduce the risk of serious injuries. Law changes globally from 3 January Changes effectively lower […]
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Law clarification – Conversion in 7s
From the IRB: Clarification in Law by the Designated Members of Rugby Committee Clarification 2 – 2014 Law Reference 9 –Taking a conversion kick (Sevens variation) Date June 26, 2014 Request – Law 9.B.1 9 (e) […]
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New scrum engagement process approved for global trial
Breaking News from the IRB: • Enhanced player welfare the guiding principle • Stationary platform and straight feeds to be enforced • Support from players and coaches critical to success The International Rugby Board Council […]