World Rugby Backs 7-1 Bench Split Amid Injury Concerns, Eyes 20-Minute Red Cards

World Rugby has confirmed it will not ban the increasingly popular 7-1 bench split, despite concerns from some coaches and former players about its potential to increase injuries. The governing body insists there is no scientific or medical evidence that this tactic poses a heightened risk to player safety. The strategy, first widely used by … Continue reading World Rugby Backs 7-1 Bench Split Amid Injury Concerns, Eyes 20-Minute Red Cards