Rugby union in Fiji

Rugby union in Fiji
Children playing rugby in Fiji
CountryFiji
Governing bodyFiji Rugby Union
National team(s)Fiji
First played1884
Registered players37,570 (total)
8,770 (adult)
Clubs560
National competitions
Club competitions
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Rugby union in Fiji is a popular team sport and is considered to be the national sport of the country. The sport was introduced to Fiji in the 1880s. Fiji is defined as a tier two rugby nation by World Rugby. The national team has competed at the Rugby World Cup and made it as far as the quarter-finals. Their sevens team is also noted for their success, winning multiple Olympic gold medals, World Rugby Sevens Series and Rugby World Cup Sevens.