Rugby union in Indonesia is a minor but growing sport, dating back several decades, and which has experienced fluctuations in its success.
[3] Many of Indonesia's rugby pitches still have unusual distinctions - one is in the heart of the Indonesian jungle, another on a mountain summit, and another in the middle of a tea plantation.
[4] Supposedly the game died out in 1986, after Indonesia had participated in Hong Kong Sevens.
[2] However, with the help of a group of Australian, New Zealand and Welsh expats, along with local Indonesians, Malaysians and Singaporeans, the game was revived in 2004.
[2] Although traditionally seen as the province of Commonwealth expatriates, the game has made strides amongst the native population.