Evaluating physical fitness and the relationship between field and non-field tests in male rugby academy players based on playing position.

Background: Rugby is a globally played sport with statistically significant variance in the physical fitness levels of rugby players in different playing positions. The aim of the study was to evaluate the physical fitness levels in rugby academy players and to determine the relationship between non-field and field tests based on the forward and backline playing positions.

Methods: The study made use of cross-sectional, secondary data and employed a quantitative and correlational research design.