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NRL limits contact in training in bid to reduce head injuries

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Publish Date
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 4:50pm
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NRL limits contact in training in bid to reduce head injuries

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Tue, 21 Apr 2026, 4:50pm

In a major safety move, the National Rugby League has capped contact in training in a bid to reduce injuries including concussion.

Reports reveal all 17 NRL and 12 NRLW clubs have been informed of the development, with guidelines limiting the minutes of contact in both in-season and pre-season training sessions.

Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explained further. 

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