💨 Abstract

Siya Kolisi and Rassie Erasmus criticized ITV's decision to air 20-second commercials during natural pauses in the Six Nations opening match, particularly during scrum build-ups. Fans and high-profile figures expressed frustration, viewing it as "disrespectful" and an "Americanisation" of the sport. Kolisi emphasized the importance of scrum build-ups to the game's tension and narrative, while Erasmus subtly hinted against devaluing these moments for monetization.

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