Player who typically throws the ball into play at line-outs in rugby union (6)

I believe the answer is:

hooker

(Other definitions for hooker that I've seen before include "Front row rugby forward" , "Old professional" , "Rugby centre forward in the ..." , "Streetwalker" , "Rugby player; prostitute" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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