Rugby in Oman

The logo of Oman Rugby, the governing body for rugby in Oman.

The history of rugby in Oman dates back to the 1970s.[1] Initially a minor sport played locally and by people from abroad, rugby has gained prominence since.[2] The Oman Rugby Committee is the sport's national governing body,[3] and was founded in 2021.[2] In the same year, Oman Rugby joined Asia Rugby as an associate member, and Muscat Rugby Club, a founding member of the Arabian Gulf Rugby Football Union, celebrated its 50th anniversary.[1] In 2024, the country's first touch rugby club was launched as part of the Mehlah Sports Club.[4]

  1. ^ a b "Oman Rugby Committee joins Asia Rugby as Associate Member". Asia Rugby. 2021-12-04. Retrieved 2024-10-09.
  2. ^ a b Ahmed Al Kaabi (2024-04-25). "Oman qualify for Touch Rugby World Cup in UK". Oman Observer. Retrieved 2024-10-09.
  3. ^ "The Oman Rugby Committee". Oman Rugby. Retrieved 2024-10-09.
  4. ^ Ahmed Al Kaabi (2024-09-24). "Mehlah team launched as Oman's first touch rugby club". Oman Observer. Retrieved 2024-10-10.