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Another Rugby 25 patch arrived today for all platforms bringing in a few key gameplay tweaks and improvements. One of the biggest additions is the Ruck Hold Ball option. Players can now hold A (Xbox) ...

Aboud appears on The Counter Ruck ahead of Ireland’s clash with Italy. In a lengthy chat, Aboud explains why he is hopeful Italian rugby will continue to grow, while he also addresses the ...

When it comes to rules and regulations, the ruck is one of the more complex parts of rugby union. When a tackled player goes to ground, they must release the ball immediately. As soon as that happens, ...

“Church was making some of the craziest noises ever trying to use every last bit of juice in him to get a counter-ruck,” said ...

Most offside decisions in rugby union happen at rucks and mauls, especially when the ball is being recycled a lot. Like the scrum, an imaginary line is drawn through the foot of the last player in the ...