New Zealand's domestic Super Rugby tournament will be played under traditional rules when it begins next month, not amended laws being considered by World Rugby in response to the coronavirus pandemic. While World Rugby said it is considering the efficacy and practicality of the rule changes it will not force national rugby unions to adopt them. In an interview with Radio New Zealand today, New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson said the recommended rule changes would not be used when the Aotearoa Super Rugby tournament, involving New Zealand's five Super Rugby teams, begins on June 13. "We have been open with World Rugby about this and they understand our unique situation. Robinson said Aotearoa Super Rugby will take place under stringent health and safety guidelines for the protection of players and team support staff.

Source: The Standard May 27, 2020 07:18 UTC