| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Side guard misusing the rank of elf (7) | ||
| Rugby player positioned wide of the scrum as a pass receiver | The Guardian Quick | 30 Mar 2023 |
| Rugby position near the sidelines responsible for running and tackling | ||
| France needs taller rugby player | The Telegraph Toughie | 31 Oct 2018 |
| See 26 Across | The Telegraph Toughie | 31 Aug 2018 |
| Rugby player more direct after swapping sides at first chance | The Times Cryptic | 07 Jan 2016 |
| Referee about to detain scrawny rugby player | The Times Cryptic | 29 May 2015 |
| Split end | ||
| Split end |