The ‘sliding pivot’ – the style revolutionising rugby’s attacking strategies

The ‘sliding quarterback’ is a term based on the tactical style of NFL mastermind Tom Brady, a direct player with evasive abilities, varying the attack and delaying options until the last second to outsmart defenses. Extra touch and ‘slide’ movements around his offensive linesman are trademark to his brilliance.

Similarly, the sliding pivot in rugby has been the application of flyhalf in Leinster, as I’d coin it the Leinster 10.

The sliding…