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Owen Doyle: Clarity needed on lineout and maul rule prior to Ireland v South Africa

Good functioning lineout key to Ireland’s success and sharp practice will require a high level of match official awareness

Australia flanker Tom Hooper catches the ball in a lineout during the pre-World Cup Test match with France. File photograph: Getty Images
Australia flanker Tom Hooper catches the ball in a lineout during the pre-World Cup Test match with France. File photograph: Getty Images
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Owen Doyle
Tue Sept 05 2023 - 05:00 • 4 MIN READ

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