What reports do I owe after the match?
Rule- Australia
- World Rugby
- Community rugby
- World Rugby Laws 2026
- All ages
- 2026
- Referees
After the match, under Law 6 you:
- Communicate the score to the teams and to the match organiser.
- If a player was sent off, give the match organiser a written report on the foul play as soon as possible.
- If an assistant referee's verbal report led to a send-off, the assistant referee submits a written report to you as soon as possible after the match, and you provide it to the match organiser.
If you believe a touch judge is guilty of misconduct, you have the power to send the touch judge off and make a report to the match organiser.
Updated 24 Oct 2026