Each group will consist of 5 teams, (giving 8 group matches and 2 byes) based loosely on each teams top 15 players average CSR (i.e. group 1 will consist of the top 5 teams with the highest average CSR). Groups 1-4 will play for the Cup, 5-8 the Plate, 9-12 the Bowl, 13-16 the Shield, 17-20 the Vase, 21-24 the Plaque and lastly 25-28 the Resin
The teams that finish on top of the table in each group will earn home games in the knockout round and the quarter finals as a reward for topping their groups.
The teams that finish in 2nd place on the table in each group will earn home games in the knock-out round only, as a reward for coming 2nd.
Teams that finish 5th will play-off in a Wooden Spoon competition featuring all the teams that did not qualify for the regular finals. It will be in 3 levels; Gold, Silver & Bronze.
Inline with new Season 28 BR rule changes, Points are tallied by winning matches (4 points) and playing to a draw (2 points). One bonus point (BT) will be awarded to any team that scores 3 or more tries than their opponent in a single game, regardless of the final result. A bonus point (BL) may also be awarded to the losing side if the margin of loss is 7 points or less. Only the losing side can achieve the maximum 2 bonus points. When two or more teams are tied on total points, the higher-ranked team will be determined by the following criteria in order: - Points Difference - Total wins in current IGTWCC season - Bonus tries (BT) - Bonus loss points (BL) - Points For | To access the groups, click on the group shirts below. Once the group page opens (for example Groups 1 to 4), select your group by clicking the tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet.        |