Rugby term
Intentional knock-on
Definition
An intentional knock-on is another name for a deliberate knock-on: knocking the ball forward on purpose with the hand or arm, which is penalised.
See "Deliberate knock-on." A penalty try may be awarded if the action prevented a probable try.
Related laws
Law 9Foul PlayProhibits obstruction, unfair play, dangerous play, and misconduct. Sanctions include penalties, yellow cards (10-minute suspension), and red cards (permanent dismissal).Law 11Knock Forward or Throw ForwardThe ball must not be knocked or thrown forward (toward the opponents' dead-ball line). Accidental knock-ons result in a scrum; intentional ones are penalised.
Related terms
Charge-downA charge-down is when a player blocks an opponent's kick with their hands, arms or body just as it is kicked, and it is not penalised as a knock-on.Deliberate knock-onA deliberate knock-on is when a player knocks the ball forward on purpose with the hand or arm, and it is penalised with a penalty kick rather than a scrum.Knock-onA knock-on is when the ball goes forward off a player's hand or arm and touches the ground or another player before that player can catch it.MisconductBehaviour against the spirit of good sportsmanship, such as disputing the referee's decisions.ObstructionObstruction is illegally blocking an opponent from tackling the ball carrier or reaching the ball, such as running in front of a team-mate who has the ball.Penalty tryA penalty try is awarded when foul play by the defending team stops a try that would probably have been scored, and it is worth 7 points.Red cardA red card means a player is sent off and takes no further part in the match, usually for serious foul play or after a second yellow card.Sin binThe sin bin is the temporary suspension a player serves after a yellow card, off the field for 10 minutes of playing time while the team plays a player short.