Rugby to Trial 20-Minute Red Cards in Autumn Internationals

The new rule allows teams to replace a red-carded player after 20 minutes, with permanent red cards still available for deliberate foul play.

World Rugby will trial the 20-minute red card rule during the Autumn Nations Series, starting November 2.
The rule allows teams to substitute a player shown a red card for technical fouls after 20 minutes, but the original player cannot return.
Permanent red cards will still be issued for deliberate and dangerous foul play to ensure player safety.
France and Ireland have expressed opposition to the permanent adoption of the 20-minute red card, citing player welfare concerns.
Additional changes include faster game pace requirements, such as 60-second conversions and 30-second scrum formations.