Every sport has its own unique set of rules, terminology, and facts that make it exciting and engaging for players and spectators alike. Below are the basic rules, key terms, and some interesting facts from various sports around the world, along with famous players who have excelled in these disciplines.
Football, also known as soccer in some countries, is the world’s most popular sport. Played between two teams of 11 players, the objective is to score goals by getting the ball into the opposing team’s net using any part of the body except the hands and arms (goalkeepers can use their hands). It is governed by FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association).
Basketball is a high-energy sport played by two teams of five players on a rectangular court. The objective is to score by shooting the ball through the opponent’s hoop (basket), which is mounted at a height of 10 feet. Basketball is played in many countries and is especially popular in the United States, governed by the NBA (National Basketball Association) in the professional league.
Tennis is played between two players (singles) or two teams of two players each (doubles). The goal is to hit the ball over the net into the opponent's court in such a way that the opponent cannot return it. Tennis is played on various surfaces, such as grass, clay, and hard court, with major tournaments like Wimbledon and the US Open.
Rugby is a contact sport played between two teams of 15 players each (in union) or 13 players each (in league). The objective is to carry, pass, or kick the ball into the opponent’s goal area to score a try or kick for goal. It is played widely in countries like New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa.
Baseball is a bat-and-ball sport where two teams of nine players each compete to score runs by hitting a pitched ball and running around bases to reach home plate. It is a major sport in countries like the USA, Japan, and Cuba.
