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Tackle Height

We have created an area that is dedicated to the Tackle Height game innovation. We will load resources in here from around the world to help you influence this change to make our game safer for all those involved.

Remember our law states:

All tackles must target, and initially contact below the sternum. i.e., “the tummy” or below – Sanction PK

If a second tackler arrives, this player will be subject to the standard high tackle rugby law (no higher than the shoulder line of the ball carrier) – Sanction PK

If two or more tacklers arrive at the same time, at least one must target and initially contact below the sternum i.e., “the tummy” or below, whilst the other/s will be subject to the existing high tackle rugby law (no higher than the shoulder line of the ball carrier) – Sanction PK.

Three activities to promote below sternum tackles

WORLD Developments

Note: The reduced tackle height applied in almost all countries trialling reduced tackle height applies to all tacklers. So slightly different to our NZ trial.

Irish Rugby | Tackle Behaviour

England Rugby | Tackle height

Scotland Rugby | Tackle Hub

Wales Rugby | Tackle height