Sports - places, calendar, context
Rugby
Rugby brings together places, calendar moments and travel stories in one compact OneSlider view.
CodesUnion + league
Two codes share roots but reward different tactics.
Modern rootsOrganized play
Clubs, rules and federations turned local games into shared competitions.
Signature formatClear rules
Fixed formats make seasons and finals easy to follow.
Calendar rhythmAnnual anchors
Major events create repeatable travel and broadcast moments.
I pēhea te ao whānui o Rugby
OriginsLocal play and regional clubs create recognizable traditions.
RulesShared rules make competition comparable across borders.
International stageWorld cups, tours and championships connect athletes with audiences.
Media eraBroadcast and sponsorship turn events into global reference points.
Modern calendarThe sport now shapes travel plans and city identity.
Hei mātaki: Rugby
Hōputu
HōputuTe hanganga o te kaupapa me te wāhi e piki ai te pēhanga.Wāhi
WāhiNgā whenua, tāone, takutai rānei e huri ana i te kōrero.Tāngata
TāngataNgā hapori me ngā mātanga e tuku manawa ana.Wā
WāNgā rā, kaupeka me ngā rā mahi matua.OneSliders context notes for planning and discovery.
State of Origin
Bledisloe Ipu
NRL Grand Whiringa toa
Rugby Ipu o te Ao 2027
Six Nations Whakataetae toa 2027