Which foul play can the TMO review, and how far back can they go?

Q: Which foul play can the TMO review, and how far back can they go?

Under the World Rugby TMO Protocol (July 2026), a formal TMO review for serious foul play may be started when the match officials believe a yellow or red card may be needed for: Infringement Law Dangerous play 9.11 to 9.26 (except 9.19) Intentionally infringing 9.7 Misconduct 9.27 to 9.28 How far back: anything since the last restart of play. A kick to touch after a penalty or free-kick, a quick tap and a quick throw do not count as restarts, so play before them can still be reviewed.

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Under the World Rugby TMO Protocol (July 2026), a formal TMO review for serious foul play may be started when the match officials believe a yellow or red card may be needed for:

Infringement	Law
Dangerous play	9.11 to 9.26 (except 9.19)
Intentionally infringing	9.7
Misconduct	9.27 to 9.28

How far back: anything since the last restart of play. A kick to touch after a penalty or free-kick, a quick tap and a quick throw do not count as restarts, so play before them can still be reviewed.