During early rugby union games there were only really two positions; most players were in the forwards, who formed part of the scrimmage (which later was called "scrummage" and then …

Learn about the history of rugby including a comprehensive timeline, the Olympics, the 6 nations, the tri-nations and the rugby world cup.

List of England national rugby union players is a list of people who have played for the England national rugby union team. The list only includes players who have played in a Test match . …

Rugby union players who played in the position of "forward". Many who played this position played in the earlier years of rugby union due to either records being lost or the position being …

These 10 Scottish rugby forwards have left an enduring legacy in the world of rugby, representing their country with distinction and contributing significantly to the sport’s rich history.

The make-up of 15s and sevens teams are different: in 15s rugby there are eight 'forwards' and seven 'backs' and in sevens there are three forwards and four backs. There are common …

South African rugby boasts a rich history filled with legendary forwards who have consistently exemplified power, tenacity, and unrivaled skill on the rugby field. From bruising prop forwards …

Jul 10, 2006 · The player numbers for the forwards used to be 8 for lock, 9 & 10 for second row, 11-13 for the front row, even up to the 80s. They reversed to the 13 (lock) to 8 (prop) after …

Nov 29, 2021 · In 150 years of English rugby, the pack has often been the source of English success. This article examines the evolution of the English pack and key partnerships since …

Sep 5, 2024 · We select the 12 best England rugby players to represent the men's team since 1995, from forwards to backs and, of course, Jonny Wilkinson.