Action needed on breakdown laws after Italy's refusal to ruck, says Eddie Jones

Eddie Jones expects World Rugby to revise the breakdown laws that were manipulated by Italy throughout England's 36-15 RBS 6 Nations victory at Twickenham.

Action needed on breakdown laws after Italy's refusal to ruck, says Eddie Jones

Eddie Jones expects World Rugby to revise the breakdown laws that were manipulated by Italy throughout England's 36-15 RBS 6 Nations victory at Twickenham.

The Azzurri refused to commit any players after a tackle had been made, thereby preventing any rucks from forming and allowing the visitors to stray offside with impunity.

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