RWC 2023 Pool D: All system go as they announce their squads

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The RWC 2023 is taking shape as Pool D is the first of the four pools to have released their squads for the competition. This year’s World cup features four pools A,B,C and D. With less than 25 days until the Rugby World cup in France teams have selected their best squads to represent their […] READ MORE




Duane Vermeulen: Who is his understudy?

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New Springbok stars are emerging ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2023. Jacques Nienaber will announce South Africa’s Rugby World Cup squad on Tuesday and there is no shortage of competition for selection, especially up-front. South Africa has no shortage of physical forwards to choose from including a colossal battle for the No.8 jersey.  Duane […] READ MORE



Television Match Official ‘Bunker concept’ to be trialled at World Rugby U20 Championship

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After introduction through other competitions, World Rugby has announced that the Television Match Official ‘bunker concept’ is to be trialled first at the upcoming World Rugby U20 Championship in June. To be hosted by South Africa, the U20 (under 20) Championships are the perfect stage to initiate any new match officiating variant [tool]. And the […] READ MORE



Changing tackle height will not improve the sport

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The last few weeks have been a challenging time for the community game in England. The Rugby Football Union (RFU) announced its intention in changing the tackle height in the game below level three (National One) from July. This new change will see the tackle height reduced from shoulder height down to waist height. Reaction […] READ MORE



World Rugby Rankings show issues with the World Cup draw

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The World Rugby rankings are a fascinating viewing. Gone are the days of the All Blacks scoffing at the enormous gap between themselves and the rest. After the Autumn Nations series, there are noteworthy shifts in rugby’s pecking order. It reveals that ideally, World Cup draws should be done much closer to the tournament start […] READ MORE