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The Whistleblower
Owen Doyle: Clarity needed on lineout and maul rule prior to Ireland v South Africa
Good functioning lineout key to Ireland’s success and sharp practice will require a high level of match official awareness
Australia flanker Tom Hooper catches the ball in a lineout during the pre-World Cup Test match with France. File photograph: Getty Images
Owen Doyle
Tue Sept 05 2023 - 05:00
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