Rugby

Rugby is a team sport that involves two teams competing to carry or kick an oval-shaped ball over the opponent’s goal line to score points. The sport originated in England in the early 19th century and is characterized by its physicality, strategic play, and the use of both handling and kicking skills. Rugby is played in various formats, with the most popular being Rugby Union and Rugby League, each having its own set of rules and regulations. Players aim to score tries, conversions, penalties, and drop goals to accumulate points, and the game is known for its continuous flow and minimal stoppages. It is typically played on a rectangular field with goalposts at each end. Rugby emphasizes teamwork, endurance, and athleticism, and is governed by World Rugby, the international governing body for the sport.