No evidence that 7-1 bench splits increase injury risk, insists World Rugby

Deployment of seven forwards on bench is controversial‘Science said it’s not the case’ – Alan Gilpin on injury riskWorld Rugby insists there is no medical evidence that 7-1 bench splits will lead to more injuries and the governing body has no plans to outlaw the tactic as a result.France deployed a bench of seven forwards and one back to devastating effect in three matches during the Six Nations, particularly during the 42‑27 victory against Ireland in Dublin. The s