Test your knowledge of the
game!!
The latest questions appear below. Look at them and make your
ruling. Then click on the question for the answer. You can also
browse by category using the links on the right of the page. As all
your decisions have to be instant on the field try not referring to
your law book.
If you have a question of your own why not submit it for
consideration using the form below.
The questions below refer only to the
New Regulations on Front Row Replacements. Others can
be found in the 'library' on the right. This will be added as new
questions and answers are submitted. Please check these sections
and if your question is not there please submit it.
Question 1...
Do these regulations apply at all ages and levels.
No. The regulations are not applicable at school and youth
matches but to all regulated leagues which in effect covers 1st
team league games.
For 2nd team and below merit leagues it is up to the
area competition organiser. If in doubt outside of 1st
team leagues then seek pre match agreement between both Captains as
to the regulations on the day.
Question 2...
Before the game a side declare they have no front row
replacements, do we start with them at 14 players only?
No, at this stage there is not a problem so they can start
the game contested. Should they lose a FR the question is then
asked if they have a suitable replacement, if not scrums go to
uncontested (except blood injury) and go to 14 men.
Question 3...
Before the game a side declare they can only go uncontested as
they have no hooker. Do I start the game ?
Yes, the game will start with uncontested scrums, that side
though will only have 14 players.
Question 4...
If one side is reduced in the scrum to 7 players do the
opposition have to drop a player in the scrum
.
No, not at senior rugby, at under 19 level numbers in scrums
must always match.
Question 5...
A Front Row player is red or yellow carded and there is an
unused front row player on the bench - can another player
(maybe flank forward) can still be taken off to allow FRF
replacement to come on and keep contested scrums for either the
10mins or completion of the game.
Yes, this is no change from last season. The choice of which
player shall make way is their choice
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