Category: Sports & Recreation

August 1 2023 by Daxton Callister

What is the national sport of South Africa?

Well, buckle up folks because we're journeying to the vibrant land of South Africa, where rugby reigns supreme! Yes, my friends, that's right, the national sport of this rainbow nation is rugby! Now, I can see some of you scratching your heads and asking, "Isn't it cricket?" Well, cricket is big too, but rugby takes the cake, or should I say 'tries' to take the cake? Get it, 'tries' (a term in rugby)? Anyway, whether it's the fierce competition of the Rugby World Cup or a friendly match in the local park, South Africans breathe, live, and probably eat rugby for breakfast - a healthy portion of sportsmanship with a side of team spirit! So, grab a rugby ball and join in the fun, who knows, you might just turn out to be the next big Springbok!