Irish Examiner view: Sporting chance for trans’ rights

Contact rugby for players in the women’s category is limited to those whose sex was recorded as female at birth.

It is of no surprise that new rules, here in Ireland and overseas, affecting the participation rights of trans women in rugby should be subject to legal challenge.

It is a contentious subject which is rich in opportunities for advocacy and profile, and we may expect much of that, particularly as we are on the cusp of international events such as world cups and Olympics.