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What are the positions in rugby?

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Union or League?Union involves 15 players on each team, while league uses only 13. Most positions are the same or similar, but there are some changes due to the 'missing' men. See the related questions for more information.
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2 props lose head and tight, hooker, 2 locks, open side and blindside flankers, no8, 1st 5, 2nd 5, center, 2 wings left and right.

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