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Manes of Glory: Exploring the Most Epic Mullets of Rugby World Cup 2023

September 15, 2023
rugby world cup mullets

Just what is it about mullets and rugby? The mullet, as we know, has a long, storied history and its routes can be traced back to ancient civilisations, but why rugby? Is it a hark back to ancient times where the mullet was seen as a symbol of power or strength? Are they channeling a … Read more

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What is a Jackal in Rugby? Is it even Legal?

August 25, 2023
Tadgh Beirne Jackal

What is a Jackal in Rugby? Is it even legal? For those new to the sport, the jackal is an action enabling a player to steal the ball from an opponent just after a tackle and before a ruck is formed. The ‘Jackler’, the player attempting to reclaim the ball before the ruck forms aims … Read more

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What exactly is a Penalty Try in Rugby Union & how is it scored?

July 26, 2023July 25, 2023

A penalty try is awarded after foul play prevents a probable try from being scored. Typically penalty tries are awarded close to the defending teams tryline and often after sustained pressure. The attacking team is awarded 7 points automatically and does not have to attempt the conversion (prior to 2017, the attacking team had to … Read more

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Rugby in Ireland: A Sport for the Elite or the Masses?

April 13, 2023

With all the talk recently of Leinster’s unfair advantages in terms of their squad, it seemed a good time to take a look at whether Rugby is still a posh game dominated by private schools. Rugby has long been associated with the upper classes in Ireland, but is this stereotype still accurate? In 2017 the … Read more

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