A CGI from a console game but it does a good job of explaining the basics
Rugby Equipment
Traditional rugby union kit
a coloured jersey usually called a "rugby shirt".
a second shirt of a different colour for 'away' matches
shorts,
long socks
boots with studs
padding can be worn on the head, the shoulders and the collarbone.
Padding must be light and thin to meet standards. Players also wear a mouthguard to guard against concussion and chipping of the teeth.
Rugby shirt and shorts
Rugby shirts are very strong to counter the tugging and pulling in a game. But they also need to be light and comfortable too. Contemporary shirts use lightweight synthetic materials. Forwards wear shirts that have strengthened areas where their team-mates can hold onto.
The back of a player's shirt will have his position number. In most scenarios, a sponsor's logo is on the front of the shirt. There are usually two shirts in use - a 'Home' shirt for normal matches and an 'away' shirt used when there is a clash with the other team's colours. Depending on the p[layer's position, his shirt may be very tight to make it more difficult for the opponent to grab
Rugby shorts are made from heavy-duty cotton, reinforced to take the strains of rugby union. Forwards use special shorts for line-outs that are strengthened to take the strain when when they are lifted.
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