M2 9 passes to 10 with12 running at an angle behind him. 13 also runs at an angle with 11 running angle at opposite direction. 10 passes to either 11 or 13, (in this example 11 has taken the ball) 11 then passes to 15 who has joined the line who draws both opposite winger and full back before offloading to 14 for a try in the corner.
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