Rugby

Rugby is a team sport that originated in England in the early 19th century. It is played with an oval-shaped ball on a rectangular field, known as a pitch, which features goalposts at each end. The game is characterized by two teams, each aiming to score points by carrying, passing, or kicking the ball to get it over the opposing team’s goal line, or by kicking it through the goalposts for a penalty or conversion. The two main types of rugby are Rugby Union and Rugby League, which have differing rules and player numbers. Rugby is known for its physicality, requiring strength, stamina, and strategic teamwork. The sport emphasizes values such as respect, sportsmanship, and fair play. It has a worldwide following and is played at various levels, from amateur to professional, including international competitions like the Rugby World Cup.