Welsh rugby could be set for a massive change with a worldwide trial of “belly tackles” in the community game having been proposed to reduce concussions.
World Rugby’s Executive Board has recommended all Unions participate in a global experiment of lowering the tackle height in the amateur game to below the sternum (also known as a “belly tackle”).
Pilot trials have been conducted in the community game in France and South Africa. These have reduced the number of head impacts and concussions, while also leading to increased ball in flow and more player participation.
