I’M VERY interested to see how World Rugby’s latest trial laws will go, but my view is our game continues to ignore the biggest problem area – the breakdown.
These days the contest for the ball is like the Wild West. There are bodies flying everywhere and players force themselves in to rucks at a ferocious pace. It is just so dangerous.
Looking after the stars of our game – the players – is vitally important and rugby must continue to explore ways to protect their welfare. Without the players there is no game or product to sell.
Only time will tell whether limi...