Rugby tackle height law to be changed in trial to prevent concussion incidents

• High tackle definition lowered from shoulder to armpit-line• New rule will only apply to Championship Cup next seasonThe legal height of a tackle will be lowered next season in a trial aimed at making rugby union safer.The Rugby Football Union will lower the definition of a high tackle from above the line of the shoulders to above the line of the armpit in a move to be tested in the Championship Cup. Related: Are AFL players with concussion returning to play too soon? | Nicole Hayes Related: Samoa player banned after tunnel fracas at sevens World Cup in US Continue reading...