Scenarios about 'rugby'
Rugby is a contact team sport that originated in England in the early 19th century, characterized by its distinctive oval ball and gameplay involving carrying, passing, kicking, and grounding the ball to score points. The sport split into two major codes—rugby union and rugby league—and has spread globally, becoming particularly significant in Commonwealth nations and parts of Europe. In alternate history scenarios, rugby's development often reflects colonial influences, cultural exchanges, and how sporting traditions might have evolved under different geopolitical circumstances.
What If the All Blacks Never Dominated Rugby?
Exploring how New Zealand's national identity, cultural landscape, and international standing would have evolved if its iconic rugby team had remained a middling power rather than becoming the most successful sports team in history.