The first national Zambian side was put together in 1965 under Presidency of Dr K K Kaunda who was their first Patron.

An invitational side toured Ireland in 1965 played 9 and won 7 - points for 115 against 92.

Zambia captained by G Brooklyn played against the touring side Penguin's, formed with many outstanding players in the UK.

Between then and RWC 2011 qualification attempts have been very unsuccessful, with elimination coming in the 1st Round every time.

The most successful attempt was for the RWC 2007 where they got through their group as winners only to be beaten by Senegal in a playoff for a place in Round 2.