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Earl: Ask the players about laws

BEN Earl is an expert on rugby’s laws but is flummoxed leading players don’t get asked for more input on changes. Earl recently finished a 15,000-word dissertation, for his master’s degree at Manchester Met, that involved quizzing fellow stars on…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 3:59 AM
Earl: Ask the players about laws
Key Things to Know
  • Ben Earl believes leading players should have more input regarding changes to rugby's laws.
  • Earl recently completed a 15,000-word master's dissertation at Manchester Metropolitan University investigating player perspectives on rugby laws.
  • New regulations around hip-drop and knee-drop tackles were introduced ahead of the Nations Championship.
The Story in 60 Seconds

England international Ben Earl has expressed frustration that leading rugby players are not consulted more regarding law changes in the sport. Earl recently examined player perspectives by quizzing fellow rugby stars for his 15,000-word master's degree dissertation at Manchester Metropolitan University.

His comments follow the introduction of new regulations concerning hip-drop and knee-drop tackles ahead of the Nations Championship. Earl believes active players should have a greater voice when governing bodies implement alterations to tackle rules and match play.

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