Rugby Through the Ages (1)

Rugby Through the Ages (1)

Test your knowledge on the history of rugby with these 12 intriguing questions!

published on September 24
1/12

Where was rugby originated?

Where was rugby originated?
Australia
France
England
New Zealand
2/12

When was the Rugby Union formed?

When was the Rugby Union formed?
1873
1895
1903
1920
3/12

Who won the first Rugby World Cup in 1987?

Who won the first Rugby World Cup in 1987?
Australia
New Zealand
England
South Africa
4/12

Which nation has won the most Rugby World Cups?

Which nation has won the most Rugby World Cups?
England
South Africa
Australia
New Zealand
5/12

What was the original name of the Rugby League?

What was the original name of the Rugby League?
Rugby Union
Northern Union
Rugby Sevens
Super League
6/12

Who is considered the 'father of rugby'?

Who is considered the 'father of rugby'?
Jonny Wilkinson
William Webb Ellis
Dan Carter
Richie McCaw
7/12

In which year was rugby included in the Olympics?

In which year was rugby included in the Olympics?
1900
1924
1948
1988
8/12

Which team won the most Six Nations Championships?

Which team won the most Six Nations Championships?
France
Ireland
England
Wales
9/12

Who is the all-time leading try scorer in international rugby?

Who is the all-time leading try scorer in international rugby?
Jonah Lomu
Bryan Habana
Daisuke Ohata
Shane Williams
10/12

Which nation was the first to win back-to-back Rugby World Cups?

Which nation was the first to win back-to-back Rugby World Cups?
South Africa
New Zealand
Australia
England
11/12

What is the nickname for the rugby team representing Argentina?

What is the nickname for the rugby team representing Argentina?
Los Amigos
Pumas
Gauchos
Condors
12/12

Which city hosted the first Rugby World Cup final in 1987?

Which city hosted the first Rugby World Cup final in 1987?
Sydney
Auckland
London
Paris