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A normal rugby union team formation illustrating each of the positions and their respective numbers. In the game of rugby union, there are 15 players on each team, comprising eight forwards (wearing jerseys numbered 1–8) and seven backs (numbered 9–15). In addition, there may be up to eight replacement players "on the bench", numbered 16–23.
In the rugby union scrum formation, the flankers (numbered 6 and 7) are located on the 'flanks' of the two forward packs. Flanker is a position in the sport of rugby union. Each team of 15 players includes two flankers, who play in the forwards, [1] and are generally classified as either blindside or openside flankers, numbers 6 and 7 respectively.
Pages in category "Rugby union positions" The following 4 pages are in this category, out of 4 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
A rugby league team consists of 13 players on the field, with 4 substitutes on the bench. Each of the 13 players is assigned a position, normally with a standardised number, which reflects their role in attack and defence, although players can take up any position at any time. Players are divided into two general types, forwards and backs.
A non-player associated with a rugby game or club, especially a committee member or administrative official. [1] May perform various off-field roles, particularly on a match day. Ankle tap An ankle-tap or tap-tackle is a form of tackle. It is used when the player carrying the ball is running at speed and a defending player is approaching from ...
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Rugby league positions (1 C, 5 P) Rugby union positions (1 C, 4 P) This page was last edited on 28 August 2022, at 08:54 (UTC). Text is available under the ...
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