Rugby - 101
Player
Positions of Rugby Union:
Openside Flanker - Blindside Flanker - Number Eight - Scrum Half
Fly Half - Inside Centre - Outside Centre - Wing - Fullback
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This is not a position for the feint-hearted.
The modern number eight has the physical strength of a forward along with the speed and skill of a back.
In short, you've got to be the all-round rugby player.
The number eight is the player who controls the ball at the back of the scrum.
They are also a potential target for the hooker in the line out.
And if that wasn't enough, they are always in the middle of a ruck or maul.
This is a very demanding position for a demanding player.
