When does the captain choose the sanction after more than one infringement?
Rule- South Africa
- SA Rugby
- Club rugby
- Senior
- World Rugby laws
- 2026
- Captains
Under World Rugby Law 7 (Advantage), if the offending team commits a second or further infringement from which no advantage can be gained, the referee stops play and lets the captain of the non-offending team choose the most advantageous sanction.
If the non-offending team infringes before it has gained an advantage, the referee stops play and applies the sanction for the first infringement. If foul play is involved, the referee also applies the sanction for it.
Updated 22 Oct 2026