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World Rugby to implement smart mouthguard technology from January 1

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Wed, 8 Nov 2023, 7:29pm
Tonga's Kyren Taumoefolau, middle, celebrates after scoring a try against Romania. Photo / AP
Tonga's Kyren Taumoefolau, middle, celebrates after scoring a try against Romania. Photo / AP

World Rugby to implement smart mouthguard technology from January 1

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Wed, 8 Nov 2023, 7:29pm

World Rugby is set to implement smart mouthguard technology to detect head injuries suffered on the field.

From January 1, these mouthguards will be mandated into all professional rugby competitions.

Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains the implications of this technology, and whether players will benefit or suffer from this practice.

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