what is cynical play

Tameifuna is penalised at scrum time for not scrumming straight. Carter lines up another kick at poles.

The Crusaders have had 77% territory and 66% possession in the opening 15min

Carter shanks the kick and it goes far right.

What did he do?

Penalty to the Crusaders, tacklers not rolling away. Carter lines up another shot at poles.

The Crusaders receive the ball from the kickoff and immediately give a penalty away for going off their feet at the ruck. Cruden slots it.

Harsh

The Crusaders Taufua makes an interception near the halfway line and gets within 5m of the tryline before being brought down. Sam Cane then cynically joins the ruck from the side to kill play and is rightfully sent to the naughty chair.

Cynical Play