Your Rugby Ball

The best rugby ball guide for you and your rugby team

The perfect rugby ball for the way you play

Your rugby ball needs to be specific to you and the way you play. Players have different studs on boots for different grass, and it’s the same for rugby balls. Whether you play on synthetic pitches or muddy fields, different surfaces and conditions effect ball control and grip.

Here’s your ultimate rugby ball guide to help with the configuration that suits you most.

Firm Grip

The best rugby ball for dry conditions. Perfect for firm fields or artificial pitches.

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Firm Grip //

W RUGBY Match Ball

The top performing rugby ball in ideal conditions. The firm grip rugby ball is designed for dry, sunny climates. Best suited for elite level match play.

The longest lasting grip throughout the rugby season.

Why is Firm Grip right for you?

  • Longest lasting throughout the season

  • Best for warm climates

  • Best for dry grass fields or synthetic 3G & 4G pitches

  • Best for kicking accuracy & distance

  • Best for Rugby XV

Traction Grip

Rain or shine, the game is on.

Traction Grip //

W RUGBY Training Ball

The perfect rugby ball for wet weather. Pimples placed further apart to allow water to drip off and avoid aquaplaning with hand contact.

Traction Grip Specs

  • Best all-weather grip

  • Balance of grip longevity and grip performance

  • Great for wet grass and muddy pitches

  • Shortest grip life

  • Suits XV & 7s Rugby


Performance Backed By Data

Backed by University research* our rugby balls have been developed and tested to show you real world data of ball performance against friction coefficient.

The larger the number, the more grip a ball has, but the less it lasts throughout the season.

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