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Rugby was born when one student ignored the rules and ran with the ball.

adriurrego3 Learn how rugby was born in 1823 when William Webb Ellis ignored the rules. Explore our infographic on the fascinating history of this global sport.

The original rugby balls were shaped like round plums

adriurrego3 The original rugby balls were shaped like round plums

The great split between rugby and association football

adriurrego3 The great split between rugby and association football

Fun Facts

Fun Fact

Pig bladder balls: Early rugby balls were actually made from inflated pig bladders encased in leather, which is why they were originally round.

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Quizzes

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During the 19th century, which group of people was primarily responsible for spreading the sport of rugby to distant regions of the British Empire, such as South Africa and Australia?

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Why did early rugby balls eventually change from a round shape to an oval shape?

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Which country is considered the historical birthplace of the sport of rugby?

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According to legend, who is credited with inventing rugby by picking up a soccer ball during a game?

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In what year did the sport of rugby officially split from modern soccer?

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What material was originally used to make the inflatable inside of an early rugby ball?

Gossip

Gossip

Which historical sports rule would you bring back today?

Videos

adriurrego3 The original rugby balls were shaped like round plums

adriurrego3 The great split between rugby and association football

adriurrego3 The legend of William Webb Ellis running with the ball

adriurrego3 British soldiers, sailors, and students introduced rugby worldwide during the 19th century.

adriurrego3 British soldiers, sailors, and students introduced rugby worldwide during the 19th century.