Photo: Matt Browne/SportsfileWorld Rugby have announced that it is no longer possible to score a try by grounding the ball at the base of the post's padded protection. The amendment to Law 8 takes effect immediately, meaning that whenever rugby resumes following Covid-19, players must adjust to the new ruling. The decision was approved by the World Rugby Council during its special meeting held via video conference today and follows a recommendation by the international federation's Rugby Committee and specialist Laws Review Group. World Rugby Chairman Bill Beaumont commented: "World Rugby's mission is to make the game as simple, safe and enjoyable to play as possible. Meanwhile, World Rugby have confirmed that ongoing closed law trials will continue as soon as the sport resumes.

Source: Irish Independent May 12, 2020 15:45 UTC