Men's Rugby Shorts

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Match Shorts, Training Shorts and Gym Shorts - What's the Difference? Rugby shorts broadly split into three categories. Match shorts are the shorts worn on the pitch - typically a heavier fabric, reinforced seams, and built to withstand contact and laundering through a full season. Training shorts are lighter and looser, designed for movement in drills and gym sessions without restricting you. Rugby gym shorts are the lightest of the three - minimal fabric, a short inseam, and built for weight training, sprint work and conditioning rather than contact on the pitch. Most players own at least two pairs - a match short for Saturdays and a training or gym short for the rest of the week. Cotton Rugby Shorts vs Synthetic Traditional rugby shorts are made from cotton drill - a heavy woven cotton that has been used in the game for over a century. Cotton drill shorts are heavier than modern synthetics, hold their shape over years of washing, and have a look and feel that many players prefer for casual use. They're not as quick-drying as synthetic shorts, but that's not so important for day to day wear. Modern synthetic shorts use lightweight polyester or nylon blends that dry quickly, stretch slightly for movement, and are significantly lighter than cotton. Most training and gym shorts are synthetic. Do Rugby Shorts Have Pockets? It depends on the style. Match shorts typically have no pockets or a single small mouthguard pocket. Training and gym shorts often have side pockets, and some have zip pockets for secure storage during sessions. If pockets are important to you, check the individual product description - it varies between styles and brands. International and Replica Rugby Shorts We stock international rugby shorts alongside the match shirts for several nations, including Scotland , England , Ireland , Wales , France and the All Blacks . These are the official replica shorts that match the home and away kits. If you're buying to complete a kit, browse the individual t