Most Rugby Unions don’t reveal how much they pay their professional referees. However, I’ve combed through the information available from reputable sources. This article reviews the salaries of professional rugby referees. We’ll also take a look at whether referees at amateur level get paid. What Do Rugby Referees Earn In The Northern Hemisphere? The most … Read more
Technically, a quick lineout is not a lineout – it should be called a quick throw as the lineout hasn’t actually formed. But we’ll refer to both a quick lineout and a quick throw in this article as being the same thing! It’s an exciting move that can lead to a try against surprised opponents. … Read more
Man Of The Match awards are a staple part of professional rugby matches. Let’s take a look at what players get for being Man Of The Match, and how this has changed over the years. We’ll also show you some of the most embarrassing awards ever given. What Do Rugby Players Get For Man Of … Read more
Players can run backwards with the ball in rugby but it’s usually a bad tactic. Rugby is a game of gaining territory so running toward your own try line is putting your team at a disadvantage. However, there are times when it’s the right play! I’ve graded different scenarios from good to bad – or … Read more
Players are increasingly voicing complaints about artificial pitches in rugby, which are becoming more prevalent at professional clubs. This isn’t because they go against the traditional image of rugby is of a game played on grass with the ground churned up by the scrums. The players are concerned about injuries and their well-being. On the … Read more
This article looks at the salaries of professional players in the English Premiership and how much they get when playing for England. It’s important to understand that individual salaries are private contracts and the details are seldom made public. However, there are good sources who tend to be close to players are who have recently … Read more
There are a lot of differences between rugby and football, but players will juke to evade tackles in both sports. Juking in rugby is an important skill for the elusive outside backs. There are several different styles with different names, which we’ll explain with footage of famous examples. We’ll also describe the different terms for … Read more
There’s no mention of “double movement” in the law book for Rugby Union. The term comes from Rugby League, but it’s an infringement in the Fifteens sport too. Sometimes it’s hard to tell a legitimate try from a double movement. Supporters often disagree with a referee’s ruling! This article covers a lot of different scenarios … Read more
Players are allowed to head the ball in rugby if it’s passed or kicked by a teammate or an opponent. This is nearly always an accidental occurrence in a game. Even if the ball goes forward, this is not deemed to be a knock-on. The player can regather the ball and play continues normally. It’s … Read more
What is the easiest position to play in rugby? This question leads to a lot of jokes and banter between teammates. However, it can be answered with reasonable arguments. And a little bit of tongue-in-cheek. At the elite and international levels, these arguments don’t really apply. It’s not easy pulling off the outrageous skills of … Read more