Ruck Collection

Leicester Tigers & Bath Ruck Out The Ball In Title Chase 15 April 1995 Date: 15 April 1995

Rodber Is Lifted By The Ruck Wales V England 11 April 1999 Date: 11 April 1999

Jean Baptiste Elissalde Passes The Ball From Ruck Sale Sharks V Toulouse Sale Sharks V Toulouse, Heineken Cup Edgeley Park, Stockport, England 24 January 2010 Date: 24 January 2010

Juan Smith In The Ruck South Africa V Fiji South Africa V Fiji Stade Velodrome, Marseille, France 06 October 2007 Date: 06 October 2007

France V Ireland Ruck Date: 09 February 2008

World War I, Pick Up Your Troubles In Your Old Kit Bag, And Smile Smile Smile (colour litho)
6037131 World War I, Pick Up Your Troubles In Your Old Kit Bag, And Smile Smile Smile (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: World War I)

The Cardiff Blue Dragons Rugby League team in action against Salford at Ninian Park, Cardiff. Dragons No 7 K Gwilliam, clears the ball from a scrum during the game. 30th August 1981

Action from the Gloucester v Somerset rugby match. January 1972 72-0240-006

Gloucester v Somerset Rugby Union. January 1972. Somerset forwards attack the Gloucester line. 72-0240-012

A ruck during the Gloucester v. Somerset rugby match. January 1972 72-0240-004

Women WW1 Womens Land Army
Front cover of The Land Girls Love Story by Bertha Ruck. The Land Girl shares a kiss with a man in Khaki, among the haystacks. Date: circa 1918

Jacob sheep, Ram, black and white patches on body, curling horns

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"Ruck: The Heart and Soul of Rugby" In the world of rugby, the ruck is where battles are fought, alliances are formed, and victories are earned, and is a dynamic and intense aspect of the game that showcases both skill and determination. From Leicester Tigers to Bath Ruck, teams have relied on their ability to dominate in this crucial phase. One iconic image captures the essence of the ruck - Rodber being lifted by his teammates as they form an impenetrable wall against their opponents. This epitomizes teamwork and unity in its purest form. Passing through history, we witness legends like Jean Baptiste Elissalde gracefully maneuvering through a chaotic ruck to deliver a precise pass. Juan Smith's presence in the ruck exudes power and resilience as he fights tooth and nail for every inch gained. Even international clashes showcase the significance of this battle zone; France versus Ireland becomes a spectacle when players engage in fierce rucks that determine who will emerge victorious. Beyond rugby itself, historical events intertwine with this term. "The Kaisers Tour in Palestine" lithograph reminds us how even during World War I, soldiers found solace amidst chaos by engaging in friendly matches where rucks were aplenty. And let's not forget about women's contributions during wartime – WW1 Women's Land Army members standing tall together while tackling challenges head-on – just like they would on the rugby field. Shifting gears to Cardiff Blue Dragons Rugby League team facing off against Salford at Ninian Park or Gloucester battling Somerset on a cold January day; these encounters exemplify passion for sport as players dive into scrums forming fierce rucks that test their mettle. Whether it be professional clubs or amateur enthusiasts taking part in local matches, one thing remains constant -the exhilarating sight of bodies colliding within a tightly contested ruck. It symbolizes dedication, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of victory.