Major League Rugby set for 'strange rule changes' which is 'a great way to kill the sport in the USA'

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Major League Rugby set for 'strange rule changes' which is 'a great way to kill the sport in the USA'

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Published in Sports and Competition on Wednesday, February 12th 2025 at 8:45 GMT by MSN
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Major League Rugby have announced that it will introduce a set of law trials in which scrums will almost be eradicated entirely from the game.

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The article discusses the upcoming changes to Major League Rugby (MLR) in the United States, which are set to alter the traditional rules of rugby in an attempt to make the game more appealing to American audiences. These changes include reducing the number of players on the field from 15 to 13, shortening the game duration, and introducing a new scoring system where tries in the first 15 minutes are worth more points. Critics argue that these modifications could fundamentally change the essence of rugby, potentially alienating traditional fans and players while not necessarily attracting new viewers. The changes are seen as an experimental move to boost the sport's popularity in the U.S., but there's concern that they might instead "kill" the sport by diluting its unique identity and strategic depth.

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