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National sport of New Zealand NYT Mini crossword clue

Editorially reviewed September 6, 2026

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Name the five-letter sport played by the All Blacks.

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Answer

RUGBY

Why this is the right reference

RUGBY is the five-letter sport intended by the clue. New Zealand's international identity is especially linked with rugby union and the All Blacks.

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Reference to identify

The country is strongly associated with a particular oval-ball team sport.

Who or what the answer is

Rugby is a team ball sport deeply associated with New Zealand and its national teams.

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1-Down in NYT Mini puzzle for September 6, 2026.

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