1. When was rugby introduced to New Zealand and by who?
a charles monro introduced rugby in 1970
2 when did New Zealand play their first rugby game
a New Zealand played their first rugby game in Saturday may 14 1870
3 when did New Zealand play their first rugby international game? Did they win or lose? What was the score?
a 1921 when the All Blacks beat the springboks in Dunedin 13-5
4 when was the New Zealand team called the All Blacks? Why are they known as the All Blacks
a the 1905-06 tour: the New Zealand teams tour of Britain is considered a turning point for the population of the name All Blacks and All Blacks were originally called colonials
5 1. Richie mccaw is known for his exceptional leadership
2. Dan carter is known for his outstanding kicking
3. Jonah lomu is known for being rugby’s first global superstar
6. Why do the All Blacks perform the haka before each match? What does it mean and what do they perform it for
a It’s a powerful tradition that connects the team to the indigenous culture of New Zealand
New Zealand celebrate after retaining the Freedom Cup during the 2022 Castle Lager Rugby Championship match between South Africa and New Zealand held at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on 13 August 2022 ©Shaun Roy/Sports Inc
