Overall defined as a contact sport, rugby union also known as rugby originated in Great Britain. Even though it is said to have started in the 18th Century, historians trace its origins back to medieval times. What can you say you know about this sport? Take our quiz and find out now.
Rugby body
World Rugby Confederation
World Rugby
World Confederation
In the 16th Century
In the 17th Century
In the 18th Century
In the 19th Century
1,500,000
2,500,000
3,000,000
3,560,000
180,630
200,000
300,000
400,000
15
10
11
4
Contact sport
Indoor sport
Team sport, outdoor
Individual sport
Muscles
Shirts
Rugby ball
Rackets
In 1905
In 1866
In 1899
In 1900
In 1871
In 1875
In 1880
In 1890
England and South Africa
Scotland and England
Scotland and Ireland
Scotland and Wales