What is a deliberate knock-on? And what do these incidents lead to? We run through this area of the oval-ball game
Taking Part
Why is a Garryowen in rugby called a Garryowen?
Also known as an 'up-and-under' or 'bomb', we dissect the high kick
What is HIA? Rugby’s Head Injury Assessment Explained
We explain the series of checks used in the Head Injury Assessment process
What is a 50:22 kick?
We explain the law on kicking from your half into opposition territory
Rugby union yellow cards: the sin bin explained
We explain what has become one of the most common terms in rugby, the sin-bin.
The attacking opportunities provided by the new lower tackle height laws
A drop in height by the defender and a need to avoid dipping late and low has changed how players attack
Scrum caps explained: What are rugby players wearing on their heads?
Plenty of players choose to wear a scrum cap for various reasons
Carded? Here’s how to thrive with just 14 players
When it comes to team systems, I have a crib sheet for carte jaune (yellow card) or carte rouge (red card). And for each person that might be carded, I have…
What England players eat before a Rugby World Cup game
In the world of rugby, where strength, endurance, and precision are paramount, the importance of nutrition cannot be overstated. As England’s rugby players gear up for a high-stakes World Cup…
Rugby World Cup bonus points explained
Bonus points have been part of the Rugby World Cup ecosystem since Australia 2003. For longer-term fans, they are now part of the tournament furniture, but for anyone relatively new…