Rugby law

Rugby laws are the official rules that govern how the game is played, ensuring fairness and safety. Key points include: teams compete to carry or kick the ball to the opponent’s end; players can run, pass, or kick the ball, but passes must be lateral or backward; tackling is allowed to stop the opponent, but must be below the shoulders; the game is divided into two halves, with scoring through tries (grounding the ball in the in-goal area), conversions, penalties, and drop goals; penalties often result in free kicks or scrums. The laws maintain order, promote skill, and prioritize player safety.