Rugby

Rugby is a dynamic, full-contact team sport that originated in England in the early 19th century. It is played with an oval-shaped ball on a rectangular field, featuring H-shaped goalposts at each end. The primary objective is to score points by grounding the ball in the opponent’s in-goal area (a try) or by kicking it through the goalposts. Players advance the ball by running with it or passing it backward; forward passes are not permitted. The sport is known for its physicality, strategic depth, and emphasis on teamwork. Rugby has evolved into various formats, including Rugby Union (15 players per side), Rugby League (13 players per side), and Rugby Sevens (7 players per side), each with its own set of rules and international competitions. Governed globally by World Rugby, the sport enjoys widespread popularity across Europe, the Southern Hemisphere, and parts of Asia and North America. Its rich history and global reach make rugby a unifying sport that brings together diverse cultures and communities