The best Christmas gifts for rugby fans keep the game going through the festive break, when club fixtures carry on and the countdown to the Six Nations begins.
Prices checked on Amazon UK, 12 October 2026.
The best Christmas gifts for rugby fans keep the game going through the festive break, when club fixtures carry on and the countdown to the Six Nations begins. Rugby inspires fierce loyalty across the UK, from Twickenham and Murrayfield to the Principality Stadium, and most fans love nothing more than arguing about great matches, legendary players and old rivalries. This guide sticks to gifts that suit any team, so you do not need to know whether they cheer for England, Wales, Scotland or Ireland. There are books packed with stories and trivia, a card game the whole family can play, a respected player autobiography and a kicking tee for anyone who still plays. Prices were checked on Amazon UK on 12 October 2026, and every product was in stock with no low-stock warning on the buy-box offer. Our overall pick is Rugby's Strangest Matches by John Griffiths at £11.51, a collection of extraordinary but true stories from over a century of the sport. For the smallest budget, The Six Nations Rugby Quiz Book was £4.74. For the family, Top Trumps World Rugby Stars was £9.99. You will also find Alun Wyn Jones's autobiography Belonging, The Rugby Puzzle Book and the Dan Carter Supertee. Prices change often, so check before you buy.
Our picks
Rugby's Strangest Matches by John Griffiths
Rugby's Strangest Matches by John Griffiths
£11.51
Best overall
The Six Nations Rugby Quiz Book
The Six Nations Rugby Quiz Book
£4.74
Best budget
Top Trumps World Rugby Stars Card Game
Top Trumps World Rugby Stars Card Game
£9.99
Best for families
How we pick
We shortlist products sold on Amazon UK using capacity, features, customer ratings and price band. We do not lab-test every model unless a page says so. The Amazon page is the live price. How we recommend.
Compare at a glance
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The products
Buying advice
Our top picks
Best overall: Rugby's Strangest Matches by John Griffiths (£11.51). Extraordinary but true stories from over a century of rugby, ideal for dipping into over the holidays and sharing with friends at the bar.
Best budget: The Six Nations Rugby Quiz Book by Matthew Jones (£4.74). A new, updated edition of questions on the Six Nations, perfect as a stocking filler or for a quiz between courses on Christmas Day.
Best for families: Top Trumps World Rugby Stars Card Game (£9.99). The classic card game featuring rugby stars from around the world. Quick to learn and easy to play with all ages.
Other Christmas gifts for rugby fans
Belonging: The Autobiography by Alun Wyn Jones (£9.45). A Sunday Times bestseller from the most capped rugby player in history, telling the story of his career with Wales and the British and Irish Lions.
The Rugby Puzzle Book by Summersdale Publishers (£6.55). Brain-teasing puzzles, games and trivia for rugby fans, a good choice for quiet moments over the holidays.
DAN CARTER Supertee King Rugby Kicking Tee by Carta Sport (£17.99). A kicking tee for rugby league and union, named after the legendary New Zealand fly-half. A practical gift for anyone who still plays or coaches.
What to look for in a Christmas gift for a rugby fan
Check their team. Rugby fans are loyal, so if you choose anything team-specific, make sure it is the right one. The gifts here suit supporters of any side.
Think about whether they play. Active players and coaches will value training kit like a kicking tee, while armchair fans may prefer books and games.
Look for stories and trivia. Rugby fans love debating great matches and players, so quiz books and story collections make great conversation starters.
Choose gifts the family can share. A card game or quiz book brings everyone together over Christmas, not just the rugby fan.
Plan around the Six Nations. The tournament starts early in the new year, so a Six Nations quiz book is perfect timing.
Consider age. Top Trumps and quiz books suit younger fans, while autobiographies and story collections are better for adults.
Bundle a set. The Six Nations Rugby Quiz Book, The Rugby Puzzle Book and Top Trumps World Rugby Stars together came to £21.28 at the prices checked.
Prices were checked on Amazon UK on 12 October 2026 and can change at any time. Check the current price and delivery date on Amazon before you order, especially in the run-up to Christmas.
Frequently asked questions
What are good gifts for rugby fans?
Good gifts for rugby fans include rugby story collections, quiz and puzzle books, player autobiographies, Top Trumps World Rugby Stars and kicking tees for those who still play. Picks in this guide ranged from £4.74 to £17.99 on Amazon UK when checked on 12 October 2026.
How long is a rugby match?
A rugby union match lasts 80 minutes of playing time, split into two halves of 40 minutes, plus a half-time break. Stoppages and injury time mean the total time is usually longer.
When is the Six Nations 2027?
The Six Nations usually runs from early February to mid-March. Check the official Six Nations website for the confirmed 2027 fixtures and dates.
