Rugby union has been adept at law trial for decades, but the proposition to bring 20-minute red cards into the game has led to disagreement.
Referee Wayne Barnes shows New Zealand captain Sam Cane a red card in last year's Rugby World Cup final. Image: Anne-Christine POUJOULAT / AFP
The French players’ union, Provale, supported the two other organisations from the country, claiming there lacked sufficient evidence to continue with the idea. “The downside of that is that with stricter, tough laws and tougher refereeing you’re more likely to get more red cards.Caelan Doris received a yellow card in the second Test against South Africa in June. Image: WIKUS DE WET / AFP
“I think it’s a good concept for the game. With the strict rules of the head-on-head collisions,” Seuteni said.“It gives an opportunity for the game to continue to be exciting.In attempt to improve player safety, World Rugby has reduced the legal tackle height in recent years as the sport is played at a more increased pace.
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