Rugby is a contact sport where two teams of 15 players (Rugby Union) compete to score by advancing the ball into the opponent's territory and grounding it over the try line. The game uses an oval ball, with players running, passing, and kicking to outmaneuver their opponents.
Rugby Field
Rectangular: 100 meters long × 70 meters wide
Try lines at each end
Goalposts located on the try lines
Basic Rules and Gameplay
Scoring Points:
Try (5 points): Grounding the ball in the opponent’s in-goal area
Conversion (2 points): Kick through the goalposts after a try
Penalty Kick (3 points): Awarded for serious infringements
Passing and Running: The ball may only be passed backward or laterally; running with the ball and avoiding tackles is essential
Tackling: Must be below the shoulders and executed safely
Rucks and Mauls: Contests for possession after a tackle
Lineouts and Scrums: Methods to restart play after the ball goes out of bounds or following infringements
Types of Rugby
Rugby Union: Played with 15 players, governed by World Rugby, featuring the Rugby World Cup
Rugby League: Played with 13 players, different rules, the main event is the Rugby League World Cup