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Speed up scrums with a 20-second scrum clock

18 Jul 2011

Rugby has increased dramatically as a spectacle over the last couple of years; however the Wallabies-Samoa game reiterated that more needs to be done. While the second half opened up, in what were difficult conditions, the first half saw a large number of penalties and errors – thanks largely to an ill-disciplined Samoan outfit.

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I don't think it is as big of a safety issue that you guys are suggesting. The 'cannonball' tackle has only just arisen and yet it has already been banned due to its ability to completely wreck legs. I bring this up, because the banning of this tackle proves that player safety is still absolutely paramount. Therefore, if shoulder charges were dangerous, there is no doubt they would have disappeared as well. Despite the increasing speed, size and technique of players, they are still legal... as long as there is a reiteration to make sure they are not head high, I don't see the problem

Speed up scrums with a 20-second scrum clock

18 Jul 2011

I agree Chris, or keep the tight jerseys but have them with super grippy sides.

Speed up scrums with a 20-second scrum clock

18 Jul 2011

Changing the scrum back to the way it was before (i.e 15-20 years ago) isn't changing the dynamics of the game..I'm not saying to get rid of it completely, as I agree that it is an important part of the game. Yes, there may be too many sideline spectators, but they are, in my opinion the most important judges of the game. More happy spectators, means more of that golden TV money. If we didn't think of the spectators, rugby would still be the game 50 years ago - where a try was worth less than a kick for goal. You think we should leave it for the players to decide? How do they know what looks good as a spectator. A quality team that wants to "win at all costs" means they will win a game no matter how ugly the win...leaving rule changes to the players could result in the worst games of rugby imaginable.

Speed up scrums with a 20-second scrum clock

18 Jul 2011

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