What does the cryptic crossword clue "Young rogue backing game with companion taking part (6)" mean?

The definition is "Young rogue". The wordplay uses a reversal. RU (reversal="rugby union – game") + CH (synonym="Companion of Honour") + IN (synonym="taking part – ‘Who’s in?’") = URCHIN; definition: "Young rogue" The answer is URCHIN.

Young rogue backing game with companion taking part (6)

Times Cryptic #28813 | 11 Across | 2024-01-15 flower

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