A new law trial that is being brought in for the Six Nations is so small and technical that most casual observers won’t notice it.
But it is something that has been on the agenda for some time and it is hoped the subtle tweak to the law will reduce the risk of serious neck injuries.
The law, which will be implemented in the men’s, women’s and under-20s championships, now requires hookers to use a ‘brake foot’ at scrum time.
