Discipline

The game's intensely physical characteristics means that there are firm boundaries within which players must operate to ensure that the game is as safe and fair as possible.

• All players on the field must play within the laws of the game and foul play contrary to World Rugby Law 9 (Foul Play) is penalised by the on-field match officials.
• For more serious foul play, players may be required to attend a disciplinary hearing in accordance with World Rugby Regulation 17.
• Everyone involved in rugby is also required to adhere to World Rugby’s values and regulations, and breaches of World Rugby’s Regulations may also result in a hearing before a World Rugby Judicial Panel.

This video by World Rugby explains how the disciplinary process works.

General costs for yellow & red cards

Additional Note:

• 2 yellow cards in the same match equivalent to a red card AND a suspension for two maches
• 3 yellow cards in the same saison results in an automotic 1 match suspension

Check out the details on costs occuring for each type of offence - available in French & German.