Articles in the Law 2: The Ball Category

2.1 Shape

Posted by IRB Laws on July 14th, 2009

The ball must be oval and made of four panels.

2.2 Dimensions

Posted by IRB Laws on July 14th, 2009

Length in line 280 – 300 millimetres
Circumference (end to end) 740 – 770 millimetres
Circumference (in width) 580 – 620 millimetres

2.3 Materials

Posted by IRB Laws on July 14th, 2009

Leather or suitable synthetic material. It may be treated to make it water resistant and easier to grip.

2.4 Weight

Posted by IRB Laws on July 14th, 2009

410 – 460 grams

2.5 Air Pressure at the Start of Play

Posted by IRB Laws on July 14th, 2009

65.71-68.75 kilopascals, or 0.67-0.70 kilograms per square centimetre, or 9.5-10.0 lbs per square inch.