This outlines the set up after we have formed a ruck. The 9 will kick after having set up a blocker
This blocker after the kick ocurs will drop into the winger postion. The rest of the players will kick chase the aim is for the inger to get to the ball to compete or hit the man as he catches. from here the inside defences works to isolate the player by blocking him in with an umberella shape. The outside players pushing further up and cutting off the players options.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
Restart kicks are now the most common set-piece in rugby and the easiest to lose. Treat them like a lineout: prepare options, drill the catch, and own the reception.
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