Rule Clarification Possible Following Six Nations Controversy

World Rugby has refused to rule out an amendment to the rules of Rugby Union, after Italy utilised controversial tactics in a Six Nations match against England.

The Azzurri refused to engage in rucks during a fixture they led 10-5 at half-time, before losing 36-15.

England boss Eddie Jones criticised Italy’s tactic, and said law-makers should have a “very close look at it”.

However, there is currently nothing illegal about the Italian tactic, and it had been run past referee Romain Poite prior to the game.

The practice has been used on occasion in the past, in competitions including Super Rugby and Rugby Sevens.

Jones was angered by the approach, stating “If you paid for a ticket you should ask for your money back”.

A spokesperson for World Rugby told the BBC it could ‘clarify’ the law, rather than drastically change it.