how many points is a try in rugby

A try in rugby is worth 5 points in Rugby Union and 4 points in Rugby League. Both codes also award 2 additional points if the team makes the subsequent conversion kick.

Rugby Scoring Breakdown

The two main versions of rugby award different point values for tries and other scoring plays:

Scoring Method Rugby Union Rugby League

Try 5 points 4 points

Conversion Kick 2 points 2 points

Penalty Kick 3 points 2 points

Drop Goal 3 points 1 point

Key Rules for a Try

• Grounding the Ball: An attacking player must press the ball down onto the ground in the opponent’s in-goal area with downward pressure.
• Penalty Try: If a defender commits a foul that prevents a probable try, the referee can award a penalty try. This counts as 7 points in Rugby Union and 6 points in Rugby League, skipping the conversion kick.