Scotland rugby positions explained and player roles

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Scotland rugby uses the standard 15-a-player positions: forwards (numbered 1-8) provide scrummaging and ball-winning power, while backs (9-15) handle passing and running plays. Key positions include the scrum-half (9) who distributes the ball, fly-half (10) who directs play and kicks, centres (12-13) who defend and attack, and wingers (11,14) who score tries. The hooker (2) throws lineout balls, and locks (4-5) dominate lineouts and


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