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World Rugby Clarifies Stance on Springboks' 7-1 Bench Split: No Ban in Sight

As rugby fans, we've all witnessed the growing debates and discussions surrounding the Springboks’ "Bomb Squad" tactic, especially with its resurgence in recent tournaments. This unique strategy, which involves a 7-1 split on the bench, has garnered both admiration and criticism in equal measure.


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However, World Rugby has recently made it clear that they have no intentions of banning this tactic, despite the controversy it stirs.

The Science Behind the Split

World Rugby's chief executive, Alan Gilpin, weighed in on the matter, shedding light on the governing body's scientific evaluation of the 7-1 bench split.

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