Ruck (Law 16 – World Rugby Laws of the Game 2024)

Law 16.1 (Definition): A ruck is a phase of play where one or more players from each team are in contact on their feet and over the ball on the ground. Players in a ruck must be on their feet; they may use their bodies to push opponents, but they may not handle the ball.

Source: Law 16.1, Law 16.3, Law 16.4

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