Not suggesting that we change the rule now.
I think the rule change is neccessary because the restart is an excellent opportunity for the conceding team to get good position - but if the scoring team knock the ball away from the conceding team, then it gives them time to get back in defense.
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Not suggesting that we change the rule now.
I think the rule change is neccessary because the restart is an excellent opportunity for the conceding team to get good position - but if the scoring team knock the ball away from the conceding team, then it gives them time to get back in defense.