WORLD RUGBY

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World Rugby makes 'hip drop' and 'knee drop' tackles illegal

World Rugby has approved a law amendment confirming that two relatively rare but dangerous tackle techniques that will now be penalised.

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URC officials aim to win over fans with clearer communication

United Rugby Championship head of match officials Tappe Henning has outlined how match officials will fully support World Rugby's four game philosophies this season

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Boks reach their highest World Rugby ranking, but further heights await

The Springboks have reached the highest-ever points on the world rugby rankings, but there's one more record they still seek.

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Rassie Erasmus: World Rugby rule has created 'gap' between coaches and referees

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus believes World Rugby rules on pre-game meetings with match officials are frustrating coaches and forcing them to voice their concerns in the media.

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Springboks tighten grip on World No 1 ranking after gritty Scotland victory

The Springboks have strengthened their grip on the No 1 spot in the World Rugby rankings after seeing off Scotland in a thrilling Nations Championship clash at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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Rassie Erasmus reveals Springboks considered selecting Benhard Janse van Renseberg

Head coach Rassie Erasmus said he was interested in including centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg in the Springbok squad for the 2026 season, but a previous agreement with World Rugby stayed his hand.

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