Tri Nations Rugby

[fowlen]

Surprised that there is not already a thread on this one.
2 games into the tri nations and the two best teams in the world have been very close. I think the new rules also are an improvement, especially kicking for touch fromthe 22, as the game seems to much much quicker.

The AB's deservedly beating SA in the first game, and SA with a magnificent win in the second match.

This weekend is Ozz v SA in Perth, and I expect the boks to win comfortably.

It is however shaping up to be a great tri nations and I am sure we are yet to see the best rugby!

[dww]

What are the rule changes mate?

[fowlen]

What are the rule changes mate?

The proposed law amendments are:

* In the original version of the laws, players were allowed to use their hands at all times at the breakdown. A slightly different rule, prohibiting hands in the ruck but making it only a free kick, has been trialled as well. The final rule regarding hands in the ruck has not been established. In any event, players must come into the breakdown in an onside position, and only players who are on their feet are allowed to play the ball. The side that takes the ball into the breakdown loses it if they do not recycle possession.

* At the scrum, all backs except for the two scrum-halves must be at least 5 metres behind the hindmost foot of the scrum, instead of level with it as allowed in the current laws.

* Either side can use as many players as they like in the lineout, at any time, providing they fit between the 5-metre line and the 15-metre line.

* The opposing hooker in a lineout no longer has to stand between the 5-metre line and touchline; he can stand anywhere he wishes as long as he conforms to the laws.

* On a quick throw in the ball can be thrown straight or back towards the defenders' goal line, but not forwards towards the opposition goal line.

* Where touch judges are trained referees, they will be referred to as assistant referees, with responsibility for policing the offside lines.

* Penalty kicks are generally to be given only for offside and foul play. Most other penalties will become free kicks, with the option of taking a scrum as in the current laws, which cannot be used for a kick at goal or a dropped goal.

* If the ball is passed or run back into the 22 and then kicked out on the full before a tackle, ruck or maul is effected, the resulting lineout is taken from where the kick was made. However, if the kick bounces into touch, the lineout is taken from where the ball went into touch, as in the present laws.

* The maul can be collapsed by defending sides without incurring a penalty if the forward momentum of the attacking side has been neutralised or reversed, subject to maintaining safety.

* The corner flag, currently situated where the try line meets the touchline, will become part of the field of play. Under the current laws, a try is disallowed if a player touches the corner flag while attempting to touch the ball down, because the flag itself is in touch.

[SouthAfricaRed]

It should be a Great contest this Saturday.

I dont think it will be an Easy win for SA. Australia will benefit most from new rules as their set pieces have been their weakness. I expect a very close game and wont be surprised if Aus win this one

[jono]

G'day guys!! Just finished watching the game. Tough one, plenty of turnover and errors but overall a good solid game. Won't rub it in cause South Africa played pretty well!!


































Oh **** it who am I kidding?? :bird::bird::bird:

[SouthAfricaRed]

It should be a Great contest this Saturday.

I dont think it will be an Easy win for SA. Australia will benefit most from new rules as their set pieces have been their weakness. I expect a very close game and wont be surprised if Aus win this one

G'day guys!! Just finished watching the game. Tough one, plenty of turnover and errors but overall a good solid game. Won't rub it in cause South Africa played pretty well!!

Just as I expected Aus played well and dominated the turnover ball.

See you in SA soon