The Rugby Football Union has made significant changes, including renaming Twickenham to Allianz Stadium, reflecting a shift that some traditionalists fear may alienate fans.
There will be a new red card system allowing replacement players after 20 minutes for certain infractions, a move criticized by the player welfare lobby and expected to confuse casual fans.
The introduction of shot clocks for scrums, lineouts, and kicks at goal suggests a greater push towards stringent regulations in an attempt to streamline the game.
The debates surrounding traditions, such as the haka, have resurfaced due to various player comments, illustrating the ongoing tension between modernity and longstanding customs in rugby.
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