Crossword answer
SCRUMHALF
9 letters · Used for 3 different clues · 3 appearances · Last seen The Independent, January 31, 2026
Letter pattern
SCRUMHALF
Clues that lead to SCRUMHALF
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SCRUMHALF is a 9-letter answer that has appeared 3 times in our database across 3 different clues. It was most recently the answer to “Rugby Union player who traditionally wears number 9” in the The Independent crossword on January 31, 2026.
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Every appearance of SCRUMHALF (3)
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Jan 31, 2026
Rugby Union player who traditionally wears number 9 · The Independent · 36 Down
Jul 24, 2025
Player in the middle of team, namely Fulham, runs all over the place · The Independent · 5 Down
Jun 17, 2025
Rugby player · The Independent · 10 Across