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Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

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A young star is nearing a comeback from a serious injury, at a time when World Rugby has moved to stamp out a dangerous technique. Key points and original sources are listed below.

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Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

A young star is nearing a comeback from a serious injury, at a time when World Rugby has moved to stamp out a dangerous technique.

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Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

A young star is nearing a comeback from a serious injury, at a time when World Rugby has moved to stamp out a dangerous technique.

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Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

A young star is nearing a comeback from a serious injury, at a time when World Rugby has moved to stamp out a dangerous technique.

Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

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3 outlets 5 reports Published Oct 8, 2026

The brief

A young star is nearing a comeback from a serious injury, at a time when World Rugby has moved to stamp out a dangerous technique. Key points and original sources are listed below.

A young star is nearing a comeback from a serious injury, at a time when World Rugby has moved to stamp out a dangerous technique.S1 S2

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Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

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Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

Australia’s brightest prospect nears return, as World Rugby bans crippling tackle

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