Rugby union in Madagascar
| Rugby union in Madagascar | |
|---|---|
| Country | Madagascar |
| National team(s) | Madagascar |
| First played | 1890s |
| Registered players | 42,540 |
| Clubs | 410 |
National competitions | |
Rugby union in Madagascar is the most popular team sport in the nation. As of August 2023, Madagascar is ranked 45th worldwide by World Rugby (WR), and boasts over 42,540 registered players and more than 410 rugby clubs. Although Madagascar lacks a professional competition, as it is one of the poorest countries in the world, it does possess a national club competition that is extensively covered in the national print media, as well as having matches televised. Rugby is considered the national sport of Madagascar.
The governing body is the Madagascan Rugby Federation or Fédération Malagasy de Rugby.