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RugbyRugby is a team sport that has been popular in many countries for more than a century. It is considered to be a physical and tactical game and is characterized by fast-paced action requiring stamina and strength. The sport originated in England in the early 19th century and has since spread to nearly every country on the globe. The most widely-played form of rugby is union rugby, which is the most popular in the United Kingdom, France, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and other Commonwealth countries. The second-most popular form is rugby league, which is the most popular in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
In union rugby, teams are made up of 15 players and compete on a rectangular field with two goals at either end. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins. The two goals are known as try posts and are used to score points. Teams also have a kicker, whose job is to kick the ball between the posts for additional points.
In rugby union, the regular season is divided into rounds, with each team playing against every other team in its division. At the end of the regular season, the top two teams from each division enter a knockout playoffs to determine the final champion.
There are many world-famous players in rugby union, including New Zealand's All Blacks, South Africa's Springboks, Australia's Wallabies and England's Red Roses, as well as many other national teams. Some of the game's greatest players include Dan Carter, Richie McCaw, Brian O'Driscoll, Gavin Hastings and Jonah Lomu.
Rugby is one of the oldest team sports in history, with its roots stretching back to the 19th century. The sport was originally developed as a way to learn the rules and regulations of football. It has since grown in popularity and been adopted by many countries across the world. The sport is now an Olympic event, and it continues to be a popular spectator and participant sport. Although rugby is most popular in countries with strong British influence, it has gained popularity in South America, the United States and other parts of the world. Players of all ages, levels and sizes enjoy the competition, teamwork and camaraderie that rugby offers.