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In a tackle situation, the ball carrier should do everything they can to present the ball with two hands back towards their team-mates. Retaining possession is then about the support players and the options they take.
Clearing opponents away
When clearing defenders away from the ball, it's important to have the right attitude as well as good technique.
Parking over the ball
Parking over the ball helps secure possession. You are forming a ruck, so defenders have to stay onside.
Rugby drills to get players clearing and parking
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