For years, the Television Match Official — the TMO — has been the standard for reviewing on-field decisions in rugby. Starting in 2026, MLR is replacing it with the Referee Review System, or RRS.

The RRS puts decision-making back where it belongs: on the field. Referees remain the final authority on every call. But now, both officials and teams have a structured, transparent process to flag and review critical moments — without the delays and disruptions that have slowed the game down.

The result? Faster rugby. Clearer decisions. And a matchday experience that keeps fans in the action, not waiting on a replay.

Why the Change? Introducing the Referee Review System

MLR is committed to delivering the best brand of rugby in the world, and that means faster play, fewer interruptions, and a game-day experience fans can follow in real time. Meet the RRS.