WORLD RUGBY
South Africa backs 20-minute red card amid global split on rule change
Debate continues to rage over the controversial 20-minute red which is edging closer to a global trial after World Rugby proposed the law amendment ahead of November's meeting.
French Rugby Union strongly oppose World Rugby's 20min red card plan
French rugby bodies have issued a combined statement revealing their opposition to World Rugby's plans to institute a global trial of the 20-minute red card.
World Rugby announces new series of law trials
World Rugby has announced that a series of law trials aimed at enhancing both fan and player experience have moved a step closer towards global adoption following successful trials and endorsement from the international federation's Executive Board.
World rankings: Springboks extend their lead at the top of the table
The Springboks consolidated their position at the top of World Rugby's latest rankings after their impressive victory over Ireland in Pretoria on Saturday.
Ox Nche takes aim at scrum law changes as he defends role of rugby's 'big boys'
Springbok and Sharks prop Ox Nche has expressed his unhappiness over World Rugby's decision to amend the scrum law from July 1.
Jake White says World Rugby's new scrum rules aim to protect young players
Bulls head coach Jake White insists that World Rugby are not unfairly targeting the Springboks by amending a law which prevents teams from opting for a scrum from a free-kick.
