What does the cryptic crossword clue "Where balls are to cast up in rugby formation (7)" mean?

The definition is "Where balls are". The wordplay uses a reversal. OT (synonym="OT") in SCRUM (synonym="‘rugby formation’") = SCROTUM; definition: "Where balls are" The answer is SCROTUM.

Where balls are to cast up in rugby formation (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29238 | 18 Down | 2023-11-27 flower

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