What Does The Hooker Do In Rugby? (Explained)

Every rugby team starts a match with one hooker on the pitch who wears the number two jersey and a replacement on the bench. This article explains the important role of hookers in a rugby match. We have a separate article on hookers in sevens rugby. This article is about the fifteen-player sport. So, let’s … Read more

What Is Rugby Called In Ireland? (Explained)

Rugby is mostly called “rugby” in Ireland, but you will also hear it called by other names. This is because there are other versions of oval ball sports played in Ireland, although none are as popular. So, fans use nicknames to be clear when they are talking about one version governed by the Irish Rugby … Read more

What Is Rugby Called In England? (Explained)

Rugby is mostly called “rugby” in England, but you will also hear it called by other names. This is because there are other versions of oval ball sports that are popular in England. So, fans use nicknames to be clear when they are talking about one version governed by the Rugby Football Union (the RFU). … Read more

What Is Rugby Called In Australia?

Rugby is mostly called “rugby” in Australia, but you will also hear it called by other names. This is because Australians have several popular sports where players use their feet and hands to control a ball. So, they use nicknames to be clear when they’re talking about the sport governed by the Australian Rugby Union … Read more

What Is Rugby Called In America? (Explained)

Rugby has several names in America that are less heard elsewhere. You will hear rugby called rugby, but you may hear these other names amongst fans in the United States: Rugger Fifteens Union Egg Ball Let’s run through these names and their backgrounds. Why Rugby Is Called Rugger In America American rugby fans will use … Read more

How To Watch The Rugby Network On Your TV (Six Ways)

The Rugby Network is a website that has Major League Rugby, Sevens tournaments, and other rugby broadcasts. You can watch the available matches for free directly on the website. However, many prefer to watch rugby on TV. There are free ways to watch The Rugby Network on your TV, but you may get better quality … Read more

Hilarious Rugby Puns

Love rugby? Love a great pun? Have a good laugh with these best rugby puns that I’ve collected over the years. Rugby Chicken Puns You can’t beat a great chicken pun. Let’s start with the classic: Q: Why did the chicken cross the rugby pitch? A:  To get to the other sideline. No, wait! They … Read more

What Are Props In Rugby? (Explained)

Props in rugby union are also known as prop forwards in rugby. You’ll also hear them called tighthead props or loosehead props. This article explains the role of props in a rugby match and the differences between the two types. We have separate articles on props in sevens rugby and props in rugby league. This … Read more

How Heavy Are Professional Rugby Players?

Professional rugby players are heavier on average than the general population. Props are the heaviest players in Rugby Union with an average weight of 118 kgs (18st 8lbs). Locks are the next heaviest players on the field. This article looks in-depth at how the different positions stack up against each other and against the general … Read more

What Is A Scrum Half In Rugby? (Explained With Pictures)

There is one scrum half in the starting fifteen players on a Rugby Union team. Scrum halves wear the nine jersey and are often the smallest players on the pitch. They are sometimes called “half backs” along with fly halves, and we’ll explain why in this article. This article describes the role of a scrum … Read more