Why do rugby players kick the ball out of bounds(in touch?) seemingly on purpose? If there be any rugby fans on here

I've recently got into rugby, and I notice these national league players are kicking the ball out of bounds(or 'in touch' as I've heard it called) seemingly on purpose. Is there a reason for this or are they accidental?

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TheOneyouwerewarnedabout · 46-50, MVIP

It’s better to play in your opponents half.. you don’t want the ball anywhere near the try line your defending 👍

Tython · 31-35, M

@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout I feel that's the case with many sports.

TheOneyouwerewarnedabout · 46-50, MVIP

Rugby has no limit in tackles/downs.. the team in control of the ball can move it forward real easy in a pack.. and hold the ball for a long time.. 👍

OogieBoogie · F

@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout the temptation to make innuendos here is nearly UNBEARABLE 😩🤪🤣

TheOneyouwerewarnedabout · 46-50, MVIP

@OogieBoogie

OogieBoogie · F

@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout so when you tackle, do you move your ball forward or backward, or is it you tackle the ball, or ball your tackle? 😏

Amd how long do you have to hold your ball so it counts as legit tackle? 🤔

TheOneyouwerewarnedabout · 46-50, MVIP

@OogieBoogie

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OogieBoogie · F

@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout and how kinky do the players get? 😜

I've suddenly developed a sport Interest 😏

OogieBoogie · F

@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout nice team shirt you've got there 👍😊