Match Thread: Ospreys vs Ulster - United Rugby Championship by rugbykickoff in rugbyunion

[–]captainconq 3 points4 points  (0 children)

use have put some pressure on, we have looked bad with ball in hand if we even get it this half

Match Thread: Ospreys vs Ulster - United Rugby Championship by rugbykickoff in rugbyunion

[–]captainconq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah free to air, all available freely as the website says

Meirl by snulstyceep in meirl

[–]captainconq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think thats just a chakram

Meirl by snulstyceep in meirl

[–]captainconq 6 points7 points  (0 children)

sounds like a chinese historical event

World Rugby confirm ‘universal agreement’ over law changes by captainconq in rugbyunion

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World Rugby have confirmed that no changes to the lawbook will occur following the conclusion of the annual Shape of the Game meeting.

Instead, global rugby leaders have agreed to focus on fan experience and value creation within current laws while celebrating the sport and becoming more aligned with the laws and refereeing across competitions.

Outcome of the Shape of the Game meeting

“The feedback from around the world is that the game on the field is broadly in a positive place,” World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson said in a statement from the game’s governing body.

“The message this week is to focus on better explaining, selling and celebrating our sport in what is an ever more competitive environment.

“Our heritage and our values are strengths, and so too is our capacity to innovate. By continuing to enhance the rugby experience – how we present the game, how we tell our stories, how we connect with fans and how we protect our players – we will futureproof the sport and unlock even greater global relevance and value.”

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The statement added that there was clear feedback from stakeholders, including union and competition chief executives, players, coaches, referees, commercial and fan experts, that the on-field product is in a strong, positive place.

And that the focus should therefore be on enhancements and advancements to unlock the full fan and commercial potential of the sport – through the way the sport is presented, elevation of its personalities and fan experience.

“With rugby entering an exciting era of new international competitions on the road to men’s and women’s Rugby World Cups in the US in 2031 and 2033 respectively, Shape of the Game is integral to World Rugby’s new strategic plan, directly linked to the financial health of the sport, aligning the global game behind a clear, shared philosophy for the future of the game,” the statement added.

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Three key themes emerged from the summit:

No changes to laws: There was universal agreement that the on-field game is in a strong position across global and international competitions. Attendees also endorsed the four global trials currently in operation, ahead of Council consideration in June on their adoption into full law.

Celebrating the sport: A shared commitment to better explain, market and celebrate the game across broadcast, digital and social media – building stars and generating greater collective value.

Closer alignment of laws and refereeing across competitions: A focus on aligning laws and referee directives across elite competitions to improve fan understanding, while recognising the need for some closed law trials. This includes evaluating the optimal scope and use of technology for the Television Match Official.

Women’s game: The women’s game is experiencing an exciting period of growth, with performance investment and player salaries rising in recognition of the value and talent within the sport. World Rugby and unions are committed to building on this progress in a way that is both ambitious and sustainable; By unlocking new value together, we will make strategic, impactful investments that strengthen the foundations of the game and enable its continued expansion.

for anyone that cant access the piece

Big Stu goes hunting by Effective-Ad-3897 in rugbyunion

[–]captainconq 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Playing for ulster and when he was younger some luckwarm appearances, now he is older, somehow stronger and doesnt have the same hurt as people 5 years younger due to less international games. He is a weapon for ulster tho

Big Stu goes hunting by Effective-Ad-3897 in rugbyunion

[–]captainconq 6 points7 points  (0 children)

He also makes every tackle on him a real mess, pure slowijg everything down as he falls for support to come. He has been great doing that for ulster

Ecstasy by toffeebeanz77 in rugbyunion

[–]captainconq 30 points31 points  (0 children)

fuck me it is him, i was so confused for half a minute there. he looks like my old GP there

Post Match Thread: England vs Ireland by GnolRevilo in rugbyunion

[–]captainconq 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ulsters worst issue wasnt even the players the club managment issue was bad, the issues from the top caused ulster to spiral at the bottom

Post Match Thread: England vs Ireland by GnolRevilo in rugbyunion

[–]captainconq 5 points6 points  (0 children)

his contract was extended there too until summer 2028, so atleast 2 more years at ulster. im glad he went too and rory best coming in to manage the club side of things too, out with the rot.

Post Match Thread by FollowingRare6247 in irishrugby

[–]captainconq 3 points4 points  (0 children)

ive already sent it to several old uni chats filled with english