Articles in the Law 16: Ruck Category
Charging into the ruck
Posted by IRB Laws on January 3rd, 2011Players entering a ruck must do so in accordance with the Laws of the Game. Referees are reminded that appropriate binding is a requirement, and charging into a ruck is dangerous play and must be penalised as such. Read More →
USA Rugby Review: Ball Out
Posted by IRB Laws on January 24th, 2010The video reflects when the ball is out, at rucks. There are many scenarios, and clarification at rucks. This is by no means a judgment on the referees, but purely a tool to assist referees in consistency at this phase, in USA Rugby. This standard should be applied in the RSL 2010. Read More →
Law 16: Ruck – Definitions
Posted by IRB Laws on July 14th, 2009A ruck is a phase of play where one or more players from each team, who are on their feet, in physical contact, close around the ball on the ground. Open play has ended.
16.1 Forming a Ruck
Posted by IRB Laws on July 14th, 2009(a) Where can a ruck take place. A ruck can take place only in the field of play.
(b) How can a ruck form. Players are on their feet. At least one player must be in physical contact with an opponent. The ball is on the ground.
16.2 Joining a Ruck
Posted by IRB Laws on July 14th, 2009(a) All players forming, joining or taking part in a ruck must have their heads and shoulders no lower than their hips.
Penalty: Free Kick
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