The Women's Rugby World Cup is under way and you can watch every match live on the BBC.But if you're new to the game, it may be rather confusing to follow all the terminology - particularly when it ...

Originally there were only two Rugby Positions—forwards and backs. It was only when the rules were first drafted in the 1870's that the fullback, of which there were three, was named and his ...

In addition to forwards and backs, rugby player positions can be further broken down into the following roles. Each player is meant to take a specific position during gameplay, or take on certain ...

Joe Schmidt faces several massive headaches, with at least 13 starting players injured and several back up options also ...

Richie McCaw took All Black rugby to incredible heights. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell) Armand van Zyl Roar Guru 2nd March, 2015 64 3190 Reads A Set small text size A Set the default text size A Set ...

More recently, studies of injuries to individual body parts in professional rugby union have suggested some positional differences in injury risk. 10 – 15 However, to optimise statistical power, these ...

Prop forwards are in the front-line of the ultimate collision sport. Tight-head prop is the most physically demanding position on the rugby pitch and possibly in any team sport.The force generated ...

Rugby can be a complex game, but there is one rule clearly understood by all: you cannot pass the ball forward. Though the concept might sound simple, it can be difficult to officiate.

We’re starting with the most important players on the field – the forwards. Thanks to sources that I am forbidden to verify – contract obligations and all that – I have gotten feedback ...