Rugby: tights and leggings now allowed during matches
World Rugby: rule change
World Rugby now allows all players to use tights and leggings
World Rugby has just changed a point in its rules. The governing body of world rugby has indeed announced, this Tuesday, October 12, that players of all levels now have the right to wear tights or leggings during matches. This was only allowed to women, according to law 4 of the regulations.
Players can therefore use tights and leggings to ward off scratches on the knees. This change, according to World Rugby, is allowed for ” reasons of well-being and accessibility “.
He also added: ” Some players are sensitive to abrasions on artificial surfaces, the decision gives players the option of wearing tights or leggings as a preventive measure, thus maximizing access to the game. “
This will allow players to better protect themselves. And World Rugby does not stop there.
The teams will also have to carefully maintain the lawns, according to the governing body of world rugby . Who announces: “World Rugby will also work with unions and registered artificial turf suppliers to ensure that there will be rigorous and best practice maintenance programs.
They must minimize the risk of abrasion. Particularly with regard to brushing and watering, especially in hot weather
World Rugby now allows all players to use tights and leggings
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By : RUTEMBESA Anicet ✍️From our Correspondence in RWANDA 💢 Africa News24
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