Rugby Through the Ages

Rugby Through the Ages

Test your knowledge on the fascinating history of rugby with these 10 questions!

published on October 03, 2023
1/10

Which country is credited with the invention of rugby?

Which country is credited with the invention of rugby?
England
Australia
Scotland
Wales
2/10

In what year was the International Rugby Board (now World Rugby) founded?

In what year was the International Rugby Board (now World Rugby) founded?
1904
1886
1888
1892
3/10

Who won the first Rugby World Cup in 1987?

New Zealand
Australia
England
South Africa
4/10

Which team has won the most Six Nations (previously Five Nations) Championships?

Which team has won the most Six Nations (previously Five Nations) Championships?
England
Wales
Ireland
France
5/10

Who is considered the 'father of rugby'?

Who is considered the 'father of rugby'?
William Webb Ellis
William Gilbert
W. T. Hawksworth
Thomas Hughes
6/10

Which country has won the most Rugby World Cups?

Which country has won the most Rugby World Cups?
England
South Africa
New Zealand
Australia
7/10

When was the first recorded women's rugby match played?

When was the first recorded women's rugby match played?
1905
1881
1918
1897
8/10

Which team completed a Grand Slam in the 2020 Six Nations Championship?

Which team completed a Grand Slam in the 2020 Six Nations Championship?
Scotland
Italy
Wales
England
9/10

How many points are awarded for a successful drop goal in rugby union?

How many points are awarded for a successful drop goal in rugby union?
2
3
4
5
10/10

Which player holds the record for the most career points in international rugby?

Which player holds the record for the most career points in international rugby?
Jonny Wilkinson
Dan Carter
Jonah Lomu
Richie McCaw